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Art and Identity

The rebirth of Islam
in Cuba
Iris Ruiz
Scenic Artist
Havana, Cuba
Oh, Sea! Oh, Sea! Give me back my pearl!*
José Martí

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n impressive mural stands
before our eyes if we can see
the plurality, richness and
complexity of the identity that
characterizes the Cuban nation from its
initial formation to the present. I will
focus on one of many mosaics: the
Islamic communities. It’s an approach
to their social, religious, political and