Marjane Satrapi
What’s inside
Persepolis is Marjane Satrapi’s autobiographical graphic novel depicting her childhood up to her early adult years in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution.
You’ll Learn
- Insight into the complexities of life in revolutionary Iran
- Understanding the impact of political change on individuals
- Exploration of a personal journey through cultural upheaval
- Appreciation for the power of graphic novels in storytelling
Key Points
- Life before and during the Islamic Revolution
- Marjane’s rebellious youth in a changing country
- Impact of war and political turmoil on daily life
- Struggle with identity in Europe and Iran
- Personal growth amidst national upheavals
- The intersection of the personal and the political
Who’s it For
- Readers interested in memoirs
- Fans of graphic novels
- Those curious about Iranian history
- People exploring themes of identity
About the author
Marjane Satrapi is an Iranian-born French graphic novelist, cartoonist, illustrator, film director, and children’s book author.