The article discusses the work of Paúl Puma, an Ecuadorian author with 26 published books, who has recently joined the Academia Ecuatoriana de la Lengua. Recognized for his contributions across various literary genres, Puma is also a professor at the Universidad Central de Quito and is involved in innovative literary projects. Despite his extensive body of work, the author reflects on the challenge of keeping up with Puma’s prolific creativity, which showcases the importance of cultural memory in a society that often overlooks its intellectuals.

In his column, Puma aims to unite voices of significant literary figures, including Jorgenrique Adoum, to comment on pivotal events in native culture. The piece illuminates the historical reverberations around Atahualpa, the last Inca emperor, drawing on the research of Tamara Estupiñán, who unearthed the Malqui Machai shrine in Cotopaxi. This location is notable for its preservation of an effigy of Atahualpa, emphasizing the continued relevance of Indigenous history and culture in Ecuador, a theme prevalent in Puma’s literary pursuits.

The article serves as a reminder of the necessity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of authors like Paúl Puma in preserving Ecuador’s rich cultural heritage. It challenges the nation’s forgetfulness towards its literary talents while urging a collective engagement with the narratives that define their identity, seen through the eyes of the literary community. The exploration of Atahualpa's legacy enhances discussions on heritage and the responsibility of modern Ecuadorians to remember and honor their past.