- Paperback: 153 pages
- Publisher: Pantheon Books; Reprint edition (30 Jun 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 037571457X
- ISBN-13: 978-0375714573
- Product Dimensions: 15.3 x 1.2 x 22.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 550,764 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis is an exemplary autobiographical graphic novel, in the tradition of Art Spiegelman's classic Maus. Set in Iran during the Islamic Revolution, it follows the young Satrapi, six-year-old daughter of two committed and well-to-do Marxists. As she grows up, she witnesses first-hand the effects that the revolution and the war with Iraq have on her home, family and school.
Like Maus, the main strength of Persepolis is its ability to make the political personal. Told through the eyes of a child (as reflected in Satrapi's simplistic yet expressive black-and-white artwork), the story shows how young Marjane learns about her family history and how it is entwined with the history of Iran, and watches her liberal parents cope with a fundamentalist regime that gets increasingly rigid as it gains more power. Outspoken and intelligent, Marjane chafes at Iran's increasingly conservative interpretation of Islamic law, especially as she grows into a bright and independent teenager. Throughout, Marjane remains a hugely likeable young woman
Persepolis gives the reader a snapshot of daily life in a country struggling with an internal cultural revolution and a bloody war, but within an intensely personal context. It's a very human history, beautifully and sympathetically told. --Robert Burrow --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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`an adult and difficult story but [accompanied by]very simple black and white illustrations, comic book style, and it is exceptionally powerful... show the amazing power and depth that can come from a literary story shown through words and images'
--Ink Pellet --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
--Ink Pellet --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a simply told story that touches on some very big ideas; the Islamic revolution; loyalty and family; and which boys you should fancy.
The main character is charming, naive, sympathetic and occasionally annoying - in other words, a very convincing young woman.
A fantastic read, especially if you think you don't like comic books!
The main character is charming, naive, sympathetic and occasionally annoying - in other words, a very convincing young woman.
A fantastic read, especially if you think you don't like comic books!
42 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a fantastic comic that will appeal to both comic fans & non-comic fans alike.
Despite the Amazon title, this edition "Persepolis. The Story of a Childhood and The Story of a Return" actually contains the complete Persepolis series.
"The Story of a Childhood" was original published in France as Persepolis 1 & 2, "The Story of a Return" was original published in France as Persepolis 3 & 4
Despite the Amazon title, this edition "Persepolis. The Story of a Childhood and The Story of a Return" actually contains the complete Persepolis series.
"The Story of a Childhood" was original published in France as Persepolis 1 & 2, "The Story of a Return" was original published in France as Persepolis 3 & 4
42 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As an Iranian living in the UK reading Ms Satrapi's book took me years back to the hell I experienced as an adolescent during the rule of the Islamic Republic. I remembered the fear of air attacks, went through the same sadness and joys which made most of my formative years.
The book is intriguing and takes you with it. Ms Satrapi has a gift of writing with a dark humour which at the same time makes you laugh and cry. It deals with raw emotions of a young child in the middle of the war and turmoil. These emotions are the building blocks of our lives and this makes everyone from different backgrounds understand an empathise with that little girl and in this regard the author should be congratulated.
The cartoons are of great quality and despite simplicity you can see wide range of emotions expressed by the characters.
Living through the war and revolution is not an easy experience, displaying it with humour is a hard task which the author fulfills with proficiency.
On the other hand one must not try to learn Iranian history from this book.
Most of the events are from the eye of a Marxist which makes the narrative biased. In other words seeking iranian revolution history from this book is like learning WW2 history from the film U-571!
Many of the accounts are inaccurate e.g. the last Emperor of Qajar dynasty had no child. Also the fact that the cinema was burned by Shah's regime is something that even the Islamic Republic does not claim now!
All in all I enjoyed reading the book. I recommend it to anyone who wants an emotional account of the revolution and war in Iran.
Best of luck for Ms Satrapi's future books.
The book is intriguing and takes you with it. Ms Satrapi has a gift of writing with a dark humour which at the same time makes you laugh and cry. It deals with raw emotions of a young child in the middle of the war and turmoil. These emotions are the building blocks of our lives and this makes everyone from different backgrounds understand an empathise with that little girl and in this regard the author should be congratulated.
The cartoons are of great quality and despite simplicity you can see wide range of emotions expressed by the characters.
Living through the war and revolution is not an easy experience, displaying it with humour is a hard task which the author fulfills with proficiency.
On the other hand one must not try to learn Iranian history from this book.
Most of the events are from the eye of a Marxist which makes the narrative biased. In other words seeking iranian revolution history from this book is like learning WW2 history from the film U-571!
Many of the accounts are inaccurate e.g. the last Emperor of Qajar dynasty had no child. Also the fact that the cinema was burned by Shah's regime is something that even the Islamic Republic does not claim now!
All in all I enjoyed reading the book. I recommend it to anyone who wants an emotional account of the revolution and war in Iran.
Best of luck for Ms Satrapi's future books.
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Publisher: vintage books
Genre: autobiography/graphic
ISBN: 978-0-099-52399-4
This book is written as a storyboard and the style suits it... Read more
Genre: autobiography/graphic
ISBN: 978-0-099-52399-4
This book is written as a storyboard and the style suits it... Read more
Published 1 month ago by adele
Surprised me and educated me.
I am not entirely sure what made want to read this book. I'd never read a graphic novel before and the subject isn't something that would normally interest me. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Spencer Newman
Persepolis - brilliant!
I loved reading this book. It has a very personal subjective but understated style. It was very enjoyable to read and couldn't put it down. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Sofia
The struggle goes on.
"Persepolis" is a graphic novel, originally published in four parts in France. It formed the basis for an animated film that was first released in 2007. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Craobh Rua
Amazing book
This comic book is amazing. Confirms my theory that a well written comic has more impact than any other medium. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sinpseudonimo
arrived on time in perfect condition
I bought this as a present so I can't comment on the novel, apart from it's one of the top 50 recommended graphic novels on every list I found. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Ms. Trish Keenan
Disappointing
Firstly the format: The book is too small in format and therefore it looses its impact as a graphic novel, the printing is also rather small to read comfortably. Read more
Published 18 months ago by C. Whiteman
A good introduction to graphic novels
This is the first graphic novel I've ever read and I'm glad I chose this one to begin with, because I loved it! Read more
Published 22 months ago by H. Skinner
Small is not beautiful
Marjane Satrapi's creation is splendid. But if you are thinking of buying the ordinary paperback edition, don't do so without checking to see that the print is large enough for... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Christopher Allen
nuanced, poignant - and very funny
This is a strikingly memorable and effective depiction of the revolution in Iran and of its impact on one young girl. Read more
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