By Marjane Satrapi
Published: 2007
A MEMOIR OF GROWING UP AS A GIL IN REVOLUTIONARY IRAN, PERSEPOLISE PRIVIDES A UNIQUEGLIMPLSE INTO A NEARLY UNKNOWN AND UNREACHABLE WAY OF LIFE.
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Marjane Satrapi is an acclaimed Iranian-French graphic novelist, author, and filmmaker, best known for her critically acclaimed graphic memoir "Persepolis," which recounts her childhood in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution. Satrapi's work often combines poignant storytelling with striking black-and-white illustrations, conveying complex themes of identity, culture, and the impact of political upheaval. Her distinctive style blends personal narrative with historical context, making her stories both relatable and profoundly insightful. Other notable works include "Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return," "Chicken with Plums," and "The Sigh." Through her art and writing, Satrapi has gained international recognition and has become a prominent voice in contemporary literature.
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