Ortiz was an essayist, anthropologist, ethnomusicologist, and scholar of Afro-Cuban culture. This prolific polymath dedicated himself to exploring, recording, and understanding all aspects of indigenous Cuban culture. He also coined the term "transculturation," the notion of converging cultures. His work is essential for understanding Cuba's cultural heritage.
«Contrapunteo cubano del tabaco y el azúcar» de Fernando Ortiz es un ensayo innovador que explora la historia de América y Cuba, introduciendo el concepto de «transculturación». A través de descripciones del tabaco y el azúcar, Ortiz documenta su impacto en la conciencia mundial, usando una metáfora musical del folklore cubano.
Una corriente central en la poesía andaluza contemporánea