Age of the Geek
Depictions of Nerds and Geeks in Popular MediaThis collection examines the nerd and/or geek stereotype in popular culture today. Utilizing the media’film, TV, YouTube, Twitter, fiction’that often defines daily lives, the contributors interrogate what it means to be labeled a ‘nerd’ or ‘geek.’ While the nerd/geek that is so easily recognized now is assuredly a twenty-first century construct, an examination of the terms’ history brings a greater understanding of their evolution. From sports to slasher films, Age of the Geek establishes a dialogue with texts as varied as the depictions of ‘nerd’ or ‘geek’ stereotypes.ISBN: 9783319657431, 3319657437
