An Ardent American is a novel written by Russell Codman and published in 1911. The story revolves around the character of John Fenton, a young American who is passionate about his country and its ideals. Fenton is determined to make a difference in the world and is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.The novel follows Fenton as he travels to Europe and becomes involved in various political and social movements. He meets a variety of characters along the way, including a group of anarchists, a wealthy Englishman, and a beautiful French woman.As Fenton becomes more deeply involved in these movements, he begins to question his own beliefs and values. He struggles to reconcile his love for his country with the harsh realities of the world around him.Throughout the novel, Codman explores themes such as patriotism, idealism, and the struggle for social justice. He also provides a vivid portrait of Europe at the turn of the 20th century, with its political upheavals, social unrest, and cultural ferment.An Ardent American is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century America and Europe. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, politics, or literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.