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
Under the influence of the master spirit, the disposition of Hill underwent wonderful changes.
From The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, by Pinkerton, Allan
A good book is the precious life blood of a master spirit, embalmed and treasured up on purpose to a life beyond life.
From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah
The giant, steam, is made a slave to man. and is seen at work on the mill—the mine—the forge—and rail; and everywhere marks of the master spirit, industry, are visible in our town.
From The Emigrant's Lost Son or, Life Alone in the Forest by Anonymous
Or, rather, consult with him what the orders should be; for in energy, in capability, Austin was now the master spirit, and Mr. Hunter bent to it.
From A Life's Secret A Novel by Wood, Mrs. Henry
