Adalberto Ortiz

Adalberto Ortiz was a distinguished Afro-Ecuadorian novelist, poet, and diplomat from Esmeraldas, known for integrating Afro-Ecuadorian culture into his writing and depicting the struggle for social freedom. He is celebrated as a key exponent of Afro-Ecuadorian literature, with notable works including 'Juyungo' and 'Tierra son y tambor'.