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And the Geek Shall Inherit the Earth
In his first book, Carljoe Javier writes hilarious essays on diverse topics like being a certified geek, the panties of celebrities, the dilemma of peeing, teaching at a school for girls, his mutant powers, playing with an edgy rock band, and joining a local reality TV show.
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105 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 2011
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December 22, 2013
I do not consider myself a geek but I do have some geeky qualities. I wear glasses. I love reading books. I enjoy formulating and researching answers to thought-provoking questions. I am generally not very meticulous about how I look or if the colors of my getup (trousers and pants) match. However, I still do not consider myself a geek because I cannot relate to the word. It's simply a term for cuno kids for me and I am not one.
This book is a bit better than the first book of essays by Carljoe Javier that I read a couple of years back, Geek Tragedies (2 stars). In that book, Javier tells the story of his experience in trying to fit in into his new world in the Philippines after emigrating from the US as a teenager. Here in his second book of essays, And the Geek Shall Inherit the Earth he talks about his life as a grown-up man trying to earn his living and trying to have relationships with women.
The essays are straightforward and his tone is honest. There are stories that are bit amusing but not enough for me to be really interested in leafing through the book's pages. In short, the stories are okay but not enough for me to seek more of Javier's books especially because this is my second book of essays by him and both of them do not impressed me that much. They are neither funny nor offer something different, e.g., the acerbic tone of Jessica Zafra's Twisted series or the down-to-earth tropa tone of William Rodriguez's PSICOM books.
Maybe Carljoe Javier's world is totally different from mine. We belong to different spheres of the earth. I just pray that when he googles his name, this review will not come up so he will feel bad about my second two stars for his book. Hey, Carljoe, I gave three stars for the anthology of short stories that you edited: 100: The Hundreds Project.
Besides, 2 stars in Goodreads means "It's okay." Really, this is an okay book for me.
This book is a bit better than the first book of essays by Carljoe Javier that I read a couple of years back, Geek Tragedies (2 stars). In that book, Javier tells the story of his experience in trying to fit in into his new world in the Philippines after emigrating from the US as a teenager. Here in his second book of essays, And the Geek Shall Inherit the Earth he talks about his life as a grown-up man trying to earn his living and trying to have relationships with women.
The essays are straightforward and his tone is honest. There are stories that are bit amusing but not enough for me to be really interested in leafing through the book's pages. In short, the stories are okay but not enough for me to seek more of Javier's books especially because this is my second book of essays by him and both of them do not impressed me that much. They are neither funny nor offer something different, e.g., the acerbic tone of Jessica Zafra's Twisted series or the down-to-earth tropa tone of William Rodriguez's PSICOM books.
Maybe Carljoe Javier's world is totally different from mine. We belong to different spheres of the earth. I just pray that when he googles his name, this review will not come up so he will feel bad about my second two stars for his book. Hey, Carljoe, I gave three stars for the anthology of short stories that you edited: 100: The Hundreds Project.
Besides, 2 stars in Goodreads means "It's okay." Really, this is an okay book for me.
October 11, 2011
It was hilarious. Aside from its sticker-like cover, another thing that got my attention was the short description about the book. I mean, how can you resist to read a book that contains diverse topics like the celebrities' underwears (or 'the panties of celebrities' according to the author), the dilemma of peeing, teaching at a school for girls, having mutant powers, being torn between two lovers sukis, and other 'geekly stuffs'.
But apparently, it could have been better if it had more pages. Reading a funny book with less than 104 pages and 12 essay topics seem to be a little disappointing. Admittedly, I didn't understand the book's introduction by Conchitina Cruz (In fact, I didn't even know if Conchitina Cruz was a male or a female until I searched the web. I also thought that it was more of a typographical error, for it must have been 'Conchinita' and not 'Conchitina'. Okay, nevermind.) because she used some complicated words, but that wasn't important.
My rating: Four stars. I really liked it. I liked how Carljoe Javier told his funny true-to-life experiences and I can relate to his 'geekiness'.
But apparently, it could have been better if it had more pages. Reading a funny book with less than 104 pages and 12 essay topics seem to be a little disappointing. Admittedly, I didn't understand the book's introduction by Conchitina Cruz (In fact, I didn't even know if Conchitina Cruz was a male or a female until I searched the web. I also thought that it was more of a typographical error, for it must have been 'Conchinita' and not 'Conchitina'. Okay, nevermind.) because she used some complicated words, but that wasn't important.
My rating: Four stars. I really liked it. I liked how Carljoe Javier told his funny true-to-life experiences and I can relate to his 'geekiness'.
February 14, 2012
A friend gave this book to me as a token of gratitude since I showed up to her class to be her last-minute interview guest.
As geek culture is suddenly resurfacing, people tend to think of shallow reasons to consider someone a 'geek'. In this book, however, Carljoe tells it like it is. The real geeks are the star of the show here. No, it has nothing to do with being smart or just wearing glasses. It's all in the attitude and outlook on life. Well, a mix of both.
Despite it being about Carljoe's personal geek experiences, he's able to blend in an almost profound realization about life, or commentary on current society. And yes, his points do make sense.
Structure-wise, his essays are very simple. They get the point across without having to use big words or too much imagery. Also, the flow of essay to essay is pretty good, with all of them building up to the final essay. The shift from personal realizations to social commentary is perfect.
All in all, this book is awesome. If you know you're a real geek (and not some bandwagon trend sheep), give this a read.
As geek culture is suddenly resurfacing, people tend to think of shallow reasons to consider someone a 'geek'. In this book, however, Carljoe tells it like it is. The real geeks are the star of the show here. No, it has nothing to do with being smart or just wearing glasses. It's all in the attitude and outlook on life. Well, a mix of both.
Despite it being about Carljoe's personal geek experiences, he's able to blend in an almost profound realization about life, or commentary on current society. And yes, his points do make sense.
Structure-wise, his essays are very simple. They get the point across without having to use big words or too much imagery. Also, the flow of essay to essay is pretty good, with all of them building up to the final essay. The shift from personal realizations to social commentary is perfect.
All in all, this book is awesome. If you know you're a real geek (and not some bandwagon trend sheep), give this a read.
December 30, 2013
I'm not into labels. But I would rate myself being a geek. Carljoe Javier's essay are honest and gives you a brief overview of the wonderful and adventures of a geek here in the Philippines. Expecting more essays to come.
May 13, 2011
One of the books that you could finish in one sitting and get a laugh worth a full novel. I caught myself smiling moments after reading when I remember his funny stories.
October 28, 2012
Hilarious and honest.
April 24, 2023
Oh how the times have changed. Now it's cool to be a geek / nerd.
April 15, 2014
It was fun. I especially liked the essay on the mall Amazing Race, which was about a unique and hilarious experience, and digressed into analysis quite smoothly.
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