In the excerpt from "Housekeeping vs. the Dirt" by Nick Hornby, the author reflects on the significant impact literature can have on individuals. He expresses a desire to create a book that evokes strong emotions, even to the point of provoking outrage. Hornby challenges the notion that literature is unimportant, suggesting that it can deeply affect readers' lives and perspectives.
Despite this ambition, Hornby acknowledges a sense of irony in his...