What are facts about Nicolas Guillen?

Nicolás Guillén was a prominent Cuban poet and journalist, born on July 10, 1902, in Camagüey, Cuba. He is best known for his works that blended Afro-Cuban themes with modernist poetic forms, advocating for social justice and racial equality. Guillén's notable works include "Motivos de Son" and "Sóngoro Cosongo," which celebrate Afro-Cuban culture and identity. He was also politically active, supporting the Cuban Revolution and serving as Cuba’s cultural attaché in Paris.