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I must have something to engross my thoughts, some object in life which will fill this vacuum, and prevent this sad wearing away of the heart.
Elizabeth Blackwell
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"I must have something to engross my thoughts, some object in life which will fill this vacuum, and prevent this sad wearing away of the heart."
— Elizabeth Blackwell

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I must have something to engross my thoughts, some object in life which will fill this vacuum, and prevent this sad wearing away of the heart. — Elizabeth Blackwell

About Elizabeth Blackwell

Elizabeth Blackwell was a Scientist from United States (1821–1910).

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This quote is attributed to Elizabeth Blackwell, a Scientist from United States.
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Elizabeth Blackwell lived from 1821 – 1910.