The heart is the household divinity which, discharging its function, cherishes, nourishes, quickens the whole body, and is indeed the foundation of life, the source of all action.
William HarveyAbout author
- Author's profession: Scientist
- Nationality: english
- Born: April 1, 1578
- Died: June 3, 1657
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