His mind could admit of no idea that was not connected with the discovery of the grand arcanum, and he supposed his youthful coadjutor equally devoted.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
He was enthusiastic and speculative; he went on from one branch of knowledge to another, until he became zealous in the search after the grand arcanum.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
It was to be County-of the fine inner arcanum of County-and only Durdlebury by the grace of Peggy Trevor.
"The Rough Road"
William John Locke