Angry Quote by John Irving
“I am not attracted to writers by style. What style do Dickens, Grass, and Vonnegut have in common? How silly! I am attracted to what makes them angry, what makes them passionate, what outrages them, what they applaud and find sympathetic in human beings and what they detest about human beings, too. They are writers of great emotional range.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Interview with John Irving, 2009
He values writers who convey strong emotions and convictions over stylistic flair, seeking passion and outrage.
In simple terms: He prefers writers with emotional intensity over style.
Key Takeaway
Seek works that stir strong feelings.
Themes
literature
emotion
authenticity
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
literary
analytical
When to use this quote
- reading clubs
- creative writing
- critical analysis
Key Concepts
psychology
passion
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Which writer’s anger moved you most?
- How does emotional range affect your reading?
A Different Perspective
Style can also convey meaning; dismissing it may limit appreciation.
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