Delenda is Monarchia, said Ortega y Gasset. And that was dedicated to the staff, thinking of a republic. The truth is that the king had made it easy.
In "A History of Spain" by Arturo Pérez-Reverte, the author references a quote by Ortega y Gasset, "Delenda is Monarchia," which suggests a call for the end of monarchy in favor of a republic. This phrase highlights the tension between traditional monarchy and emerging democratic ideals within Spanish society during critical historical moments.
Pérez-Reverte reflects on how the monarchy's actions may have inadvertently facilitated this transformation toward republicanism. The statement emphasizes the complexities of political change in Spain, where legacy, power, and the aspirations of the people intersect.
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