A MESSAGE FROM SPAIN

The choice of Dr. Jose Ortega y Gasset as the Godkin Lecturer for this spring is a fortunate one, in keeping with the high standards of recent years. A political thinker of the first rank, Professor Ortega has contributed heavily to the literature in his field. Most notable of his written works is "The Revolt of the Masses", translated in 1932, a book showing a great grasp of modern social problems and able power to present them.

The Godkin Lectures, instituted by friends of the founder and editor of "The Nation", Edwin Godkin, have proved ever increasingly successful and a happy inspiration. Always well attended, and presenting men of real eminence in discussions of "the essentials of free government", the lectures hold a unique place in Harvard tradition. Professor Ortega has been a consistent liberal thinker, having been instrumental, through his writing, in King Alfonso's abdication. His lectures will provide a stimulating opportunity for students of the social sciences to compare their predigested theories with the vital ideas of an important European political philosopher.