In his latest work, 'Con nadie. Vida y destino del general Campins,' author Lorenzo Silva delves into the life of General Miguel Campins, a significant figure in Spanish history who was executed for his unwavering loyalty to the Republic. Campins' life encapsulates critical episodes in early 20th-century Spain, intertwining with the events that led to the Spanish Civil War. Silva highlights that Campins was a pivotal character whose decisions and actions could have drastically altered historical outcomes, including the fate of renowned playwright Federico García Lorca, had he managed to hold Granada against opposing forces.

Silva recounts that Campins’ military career began amidst the backdrop of the disastrous Spanish involvement in the Moroccan War, which played a crucial role in shaping the leaders of the factions that would later oppose each other in the Civil War. Silva asserts that the failures of 19th-century Spain laid the groundwork for the conflicts that erupted in 1936. By bringing Campins' life story to light, Silva not only honors the legacy of a committed military leader but also criticizes the historical circumstances that forced individuals into positions of moral and ethical conflict.

The novel, while historical fiction, serves a dual purpose; it is both a recounting of Campins' experiences and an exploration of broader themes of loyalty, integrity, and the consequences of civil strife. Silva aims to remind contemporary readers of the profound impact that historical events have on personal destinies and national identities. Through this narrative, he seeks to foster reflection on Spain's turbulent past and the enduring complexities of loyalty in times of political upheaval.