His book will provoke many arguments; indeed, it almost invites disagreement on certain subjects.

The book has provoked pointed reactions, including warnings from some feminists about stereotyping women.

I hope the book will provoke a response from the government; it is long overdue.

This book provokes a certain wistfulness, for the great majority of the vegetable varieties she writes about are not to be had here.

Sand's book has provoked a range of responses from different points of view.

This book provoked a controversy in 1947 because of its violent and sexual content.

The book was a bestseller and provoked a widescale movement for change.

At first publication, the book did not provoke a lawsuit.

He was well aware that his book provoked dissent.

The book provoked controversy on its publication in Britain in 2000.