The August Revolution of 1906

The Revolution of August 1906 is a work by Cuban journalist and writer Enrique Collazo that narrates the events and circumstances that led to the armed revolt against the president of Cuba, Tomás Estrada Palma, in August 1906.
Enrique Collazo, known for his dedication to journalistic chronicle and historical narrative, provides in this book a detailed analysis of the events that culminated in the revolution. Through his critical gaze, Collazo reveals the political and social tensions of Cuba in the early twentieth century, as well as the interests and maneuvers of the protagonists of these historical events.
The book begins with a review of the political situation of the island after independence from Spain and the American intervention. Through this contextualization, Collazo sets the stage for Estrada Palma’s coming to power and growing popular dissatisfaction with his government.
Next, Collazo recounts the events that led to the revolution, from the initial protests and riots to the outbreak of armed struggle. With an agile narrative and meticulous attention to detail, Collazo transports the reader to the heart of the revolution, exposing the tensions, hopes and hopelessness of a people struggling for their freedom and self-determination.
The August Revolution of 1906 is, in short, a work of great historical and literary value. Through his critical lens and his commitment to historical truth, Enrique Collazo offers a unique and illuminating view of one of the most convulsive episodes in Cuban history of the early twentieth century.