In Vladimir Nabokov's "The Eye," the narrator reflects on how his overwhelming infatuation has clouded his perception of a woman he is enamored with. This intense attraction fills his mind, rendering him oblivious to her true character and identity. The beauty he sees in her becomes an all-consuming force that distorts his understanding, leading him to justify his feelings without truly knowing her.
This theme highlights the often illusory nature of attraction, where one's perceptions are shaped more by desire than reality. The narrator's journey illustrates how love can cast a spell that blinds people to the underlying truths about themselves and others, ultimately questioning the authenticity of such feelings.