Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood
by: Marjane Satrapi
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A New York Times Notable Book
A Time Magazine “Best Comix of the Year”
A San Francisco Chronicle and Los Angeles Times Best-seller
Wise, funny, and heartbreaking, Persepolis is Marjane Satrapi’s memoir of growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. In powerful black-and-white comic strip images, Satrapi tells the story of her life in Tehran from ages 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. The intelligent and outspoken only child of committed Marxists and the great-granddaughter of one of Iran’s last emperors, Marjane bears witness to a childhood uniquely entwined with the history of her country.
Persepolis paints an unforgettable portrait of daily life in Iran and of the bewildering contradictions between home life and public life. Marjane’s child’s-eye view of dethroned emperors, state-sanctioned whippings, and heroes of the revolution allows us to learn as she does the history of this fascinating country and of her own extraordinary family. Intensely personal, profoundly political, and wholly original, Persepolis is at once a story of growing up and a reminder of the human cost of war and political repression. It shows how we carry on, with laughter and tears, in the face of absurdity. And, finally, it introduces us to an irresistible little girl with whom we cannot help but fall in love.
A New York Times Notable Book
A Time Magazine “Best Comix of the Year”
A San Francisco Chronicle and Los Angeles Times Best-seller
Wise, funny, and heartbreaking, Persepolis is Marjane Satrapi’s memoir of growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. In powerful black-and-white comic strip images, Satrapi tells the story of her life in Tehran from ages 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. The intelligent and outspoken only child of committed Marxists and the great-granddaughter of one of Iran’s last emperors, Marjane bears witness to a childhood uniquely entwined with the history of her country.
Persepolis paints an unforgettable portrait of daily life in Iran and of the bewildering contradictions between home life and public life. Marjane’s child’s-eye view of dethroned emperors, state-sanctioned whippings, and heroes of the revolution allows us to learn as she does the history of this fascinating country and of her own extraordinary family. Intensely personal, profoundly political, and wholly original, Persepolis is at once a story of growing up and a reminder of the human cost of war and political repression. It shows how we carry on, with laughter and tears, in the face of absurdity. And, finally, it introduces us to an irresistible little girl with whom we cannot help but fall in love.
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- Vive l'Iran...
I bought the two books for the wedding of my uncle (who was born in Iran). We have already seen the movie which is really good and so well made. The story is simple, effective and also funny. This is the story of many Iranians who had to leave their country because of a stupid regime. I would like to thank Marjan Satrapi to finally give another image of Iran to people who still think that everybody there wears a beard and yells "Allah" every two seconds. I recommend this book to everybody on Earth, ... Read More
Rating: - Perfect except for a small thing
The book came in fantastic condition, except on the front was a sticker that said "portland library please return" or something to that effect, so i feel a little bit like i have a library-stolen book [the review said "like new" when i bought it i think], otherwise, it really does seem new.
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- A Female Perspective
At first when I opened this book I was completely skeptical.The first thought that crossed my mind was, "Really?A GRAPHIC novel?!"Still, it came highly recommended, so I gave it a go.
This book is a necessary female voice on the Muslim history and experience in Iran.It is witty, whole-hearted, and sincere.
This book is great for bookclubs, ungrateful teenagers, women, friends, anyone wishing to understand Iran, etc.
Makes a great gift.I found it to be more compelling ... Read More
Rating: - Incredible and educational story
I absolutely loved this graphic novel.It is told in a tone I can't quite describe, but it's innocent yet heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time.What an incredible lady Ms. Satrapi is.It gave me insights into a society and a people I would have not otherwise had.This is in my favorites list.
Rating: - Persepolis
I have seen many reviews of this graphic autobiography/memoir on various blogs, but it wasn't until I read one that suggested that Persepolis was similar to the Maus books by Art Spiegelman, that I finally decided to check it out from the local library. I read both Maus I and Maus II in college, where they were assigned reading for one of my husband's English Lit classes, and I borrowed them from him. From the moment I started reading them I couldn't put them down. They were both horrifying and entrancing ... Read More
- Vive l'Iran...I bought the two books for the wedding of my uncle (who was born in Iran). We have already seen the movie which is really good and so well made. The story is simple, effective and also funny. This is the story of many Iranians who had to leave their country because of a stupid regime. I would like to thank Marjan Satrapi to finally give another image of Iran to people who still think that everybody there wears a beard and yells "Allah" every two seconds. I recommend this book to everybody on Earth, ... Read More
- Perfect except for a small thingThe book came in fantastic condition, except on the front was a sticker that said "portland library please return" or something to that effect, so i feel a little bit like i have a library-stolen book [the review said "like new" when i bought it i think], otherwise, it really does seem new.
- A Female Perspective At first when I opened this book I was completely skeptical.The first thought that crossed my mind was, "Really?A GRAPHIC novel?!"Still, it came highly recommended, so I gave it a go.
This book is a necessary female voice on the Muslim history and experience in Iran.It is witty, whole-hearted, and sincere.
This book is great for bookclubs, ungrateful teenagers, women, friends, anyone wishing to understand Iran, etc.
Makes a great gift.I found it to be more compelling ... Read More
- Incredible and educational storyI absolutely loved this graphic novel.It is told in a tone I can't quite describe, but it's innocent yet heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time.What an incredible lady Ms. Satrapi is.It gave me insights into a society and a people I would have not otherwise had.This is in my favorites list.
- PersepolisI have seen many reviews of this graphic autobiography/memoir on various blogs, but it wasn't until I read one that suggested that Persepolis was similar to the Maus books by Art Spiegelman, that I finally decided to check it out from the local library. I read both Maus I and Maus II in college, where they were assigned reading for one of my husband's English Lit classes, and I borrowed them from him. From the moment I started reading them I couldn't put them down. They were both horrifying and entrancing ... Read More
