Wise, often funny, sometimes heartbreaking, IPersepolis: The Story of a Childhood /Itells the story of Marjane Satrapi's life in Tehran from the ages of six to fourteen, years that saw the overthrow of the Shah's regime, the triumph of the Islamic Revolution and the devastating effects of war with Iraq.
Marjane Satrapi
Marjane Satrapi is an Iranian-born graphic novelist and filmmaker known for her autobiographical graphic novel series "Persepolis," which depicts her childhood and adolescence in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution. Satrapi's works often tackle themes of identity, politics, and social justice with a mix of humor and poignancy. Her unique blend of art and storytelling has had a significant impact on the graphic novel genre, bringing attention to the medium as a powerful tool for personal expression and social commentary. "Persepolis" has been translated into multiple languages and adapted into an animated film, further solidifying Satrapi's place as a prominent figure in contemporary literature and visual storytelling.