Dearest Cecilia, You’d be forgiven for thinking me mad, the way I acted this afternoon. The truth is I feel rather light headed and foolish in your presence, Cee, and I don’t think I can blame the heat.

Ian Mcewan
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This quote can be interpreted in many different ways. It seems like the speaker is trying to explain their actions to Cecilia, who they claim is a very reserved girl. He is trying to show that he has a passion for her and that he cares deeply for her, but that she does not show it back. He says that he is going to be light headed and foolish around her, because he feels too nervous to speak.

Source: Atonement

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