Sami Kleib's insightful book, 'Lebanese Letters,' delves into a turbulent century of Lebanon's history, chronicling the nation's profound anxieties from the era of the French Mandate through to its eventual liberation. Kleib meticulously explores the political, social, and economic challenges that shaped Lebanon's identity and its trajectory. The narrative sheds light on the complex interplay of internal dynamics and external influences, revealing how a century of struggle, division, and resilience has forged the modern Lebanese state. This work offers a critical perspective on the enduring quest for stability and true independence in a region often marked by turmoil.