Mariana Cortázar Crespo (Portovelo, 1946) is an Ecuadorian writer and historian. Her work is characterized by a deep commitment to researching and narrating the history of her native province, El Oro, and other coastal regions of Ecuador. A significant part of her literary contribution lies in her valuable research, with books like “Portovelo cuenta su historia” and “El Oro de Portovelo” standing out as notable examples of her ability to unravel and share the rich history of her region. These works have earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious David Rodas Maldonado Award from the Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, núcleo El Oro, in 2014. In the same year, she was also honored with the Rosa Vivar Award by the Municipality of Portovelo. Mariana Cortázar’s dedication to preserving and promoting Ecuador’s cultural heritage is further evident in her book “Julio Jaramillo: Nuestro patrimonio,” which pays homage to the iconic Ecuadorian singer Julio Jaramillo.
Works
- Aguamiel. 1991 – 109 p.
- Julio Jaramillo: Nuestro patrimonio. MC Mariana Cortázar. Quito, Ecuador, 2011 – 164 p. ISBN 978-9942-03-773-2
- El oro de Portovelo. Mariana Cortázar Comunicación y Medios. Quito, Ecuador, 2005 – 152 p. ISBN 9978442863, ISBN 9789978442869
- Portovelo cuenta su historia. MC Mariana Cortázar. Quito, Ecuador, 2008 – 244 p. ISBN 9942017534, ISBN 9789942017536