I'll read his book and take them for what they are... He combines memes that are just under the radar of public awareness, and brings them to the national discussion. Even if the 10,000 hour rule is not rigorously supported, it's worth reading Outliers because the ideas become part of the national conversation. His books are worth the 2 hour read.<p>I'm not sure if I appreciate him because my expectations are modest, but I've never viewed his books as a waste of time.