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The Cigar “Readers” of Cuba

The Atlas Obscura Podcast

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Cuban Readers Rise Against Censorship

This chapter explores the historical circumstances surrounding the Spanish crown's crackdown on reading groups in Cuba and its effects on society. It highlights the courageous resistance of individuals who fought against censorship, marking a significant cultural struggle that resonated as far as Florida.

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