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Motivos de son

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Motivos de son is a 1930 poetry collection by Cuban writer Nicolás Guillén. The work is considered a masterpiece and was widely imitated. It combines traditional literary forms with the everyday language, legends, songs, and sones (popular dances) of Afro-Cubans. Guillén, of mixed African and Spanish descent, used this collection to explore social protest and the Afro-Cuban movement. The title translates to "Motifs of Son," highlighting the influence of popular Cuban music and dance on his poetry. This collection marked a significant moment in Latin American literature, bringing Afro-Cuban culture to the forefront of poetic expression.

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  2. list of poets - Cuban
  3. Jorge Guillén

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