44 pages 1 hour read

Alexandra Robbins

The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009

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The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth by Alexandra Robbins intertwines social science and real-life stories to explore the significance of popularity and social marginalization in schools, positing Quirk Theory, which suggests that traits causing social exclusion in youth become advantageous in adulthood. Robbins presents students wrestling with various social labels and examines the dynamics of group behaviors and the pressures of conformity, while emphasizing the potential for thriving beyond high school. Topics include bullying and suicidality.

Reviews & Readership

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The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth by Alexandra Robbins is praised for its engaging narrative and insightful look into social dynamics in schools. Critics commend its empathetic portrayal of non-conformist students. However, some find the anecdotes overly repetitive and argue that the author's conclusions lack sufficient empirical backing. Overall, it’s an enlightening read with minor drawbacks.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth?

Readers who enjoy The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth by Alexandra Robbins are often intrigued by social dynamics and high school experiences. Fans of books like Freaks, Geeks, and Cool Kids by Murray Milner, Jr. or Queen Bees and Wannabes by Rosalind Wiseman may find this book engaging for its in-depth exploration of the outsider experience.

Recommended

Reading Age

15+years

Book Details

Topics

Psychology

Education

Science / Nature

Genre

Education

Social Science

Psychology