Article on Said's Speech Incorrectly Represented Lebanon's Rich History

To the Editor: The Dartmouth would do well to consult the video of Edward Said's presentation at 105 Dartmouth, Tuesday evening ["Said speaks on cultural identity," May 20, The Dartmouth]. Contrary to its reporting, Professor Said never said anything about Lebanon having "disappeared from the world map." Hard as many have tried to bring about just that, to date all efforts have failed.