Quote by James Thurber

Love is the strange bewilderment that overtakes one person on account of another person.

Love is the strange bewilderment that overtakes one person o

Summary

This quote describes love as a perplexing feeling that engulfs an individual in the presence or thought of another person. It implies that love is a unique experience that can be difficult to comprehend or explain. It emphasizes the transformative power of love, suggesting that it has the ability to completely consume and captivate someone's emotions and thoughts. Overall, the quote portrays love as a mysterious and overwhelming force that takes hold of a person's heart and mind.

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By James Thurber

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