master spirit
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The master spirit of this society is the convict Harcamone, in solitary confinement, awaiting the guillotine.
From Time Magazine Archive
He is and ever has been a master spirit in his county, using all his influence to further the interests of his adopted home.
From Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes by Folsom, William Henry Carman
But the master spirit was gone, and when we appeared upon the scene, they could make no efficient stand.
From My Experiences in Manipur and the Naga Hills by Johnstone, James Johnstone, chevalier de
His extensive influence, decision of character, sound discretion and exalted patriotism—made him a master spirit to guide the public mind.
From Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution by Judson, L. Carroll
As it came closer, high on the poop, standing alone like its master spirit, she discovered her lover.
From Captain Kyd (Vol 1 of 2) or, The Wizard of the Sea by Ingraham, Jonathon Holt
