Genius on Television

<p> Whether it's Sherlock Holmes solving crimes or Sheldon and Leonard geeking out over sci-fi geniuses are central figures on many of television's most popular series. They are often enigmatic displaying superhuman intellect while struggling with mundane aspects of daily life.</p><p> This collection of new essays explores why TV geniuses fascinate us and how they shape our perceptions of what it means to be highly intelligent. Examining series like <I>Criminal Minds The Big Bang Theory Bones Elementary Fringe House The Mentalist Monk Sherlock Leverage</I> and others scholars from a variety of disciplines discuss how television both reflects and informs our cultural understanding of genius.</p>