magnificent graphic account of a real life story, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 28, 2012. Pantheon; Media tie-in edition (October 30, 2007). Thank you for reading my review. The Book Persepolis, By Marjie Satrapi, caught my eye right away. Uneducated about the Islamic revolution in 1980, I saw this book and knew I had to read it. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Marjane Satrapi, Iranian artist and writer whose graphic novels explore the gaps and the junctures between East and West. Persepolis ended up jumpstarting my mother's interest in comics, and in the following weeks she read all three volumes of March, both volumes of Maus, the Story of My Tits, Chicken with Plums, and Two Brothers (this last one confused her, but she loved everything else). Because I had given it to both nieces, my 76 year old mother decided to read it. In Marjane Satrapi’s graphic novel, The Complete Persepolis, Satrapi provides a general structure of how the impact of culture over her childhood and growing up were affected by the complications and differences of The East compared to The West. Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2020. Satrapi does a great job at incorporating western fashion, to help show the reader visually that people from who lived in Iran during the Islamic Revolution are just like any ordinary person. Something went wrong. Marjane has a maid named Mehri. People who enjoy comics, and a new outlook would like this book. However as Marji grows up, she witnesses first hand how the new Iran, now ruled by Islamic fundamentalists, has become a repressive tyranny on its own. Through the microstory of her family, her school, her relatives and neighbors we learn a lot about everyday life in Tehran in that period. Ms. Satrapi's masterpiece is one of my favorite works in all of comics. Unable to add item to List. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood (Pantheon Graphic Library), Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return (Pantheon Graphic Library), Kindle Paperwhite – Now Waterproof with more than 2x the Storage, Kindle - Now with a Built-in Front Light - Black - Ad-Supported, Focus Features 10-Movie Spotlight Collection [Blu-ray], Leather Desk Pad Protector,Mouse Pad,Office Desk Mat,31.5" x 15.7" Non-Slip PU Leather Desk Blotter,Laptop Desk Pad,Waterproof Desk Writing Pad for Office and Home (31.5" x 15.7", Dark Pink). Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 5, 2016. 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, … Further, the regime forces all women and girls to wear veils. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Her best-known works include the comic book Persepolis and its film adaptation, the graphic novel Chicken with Plums, and the film Radioactive. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Historical & Biographical Fiction Graphic Novels. A child who is very aware of what is going on around her and is not afraid to speak up. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Now there not a lot of books dealing with Iran or the Iranian revolution and if their is I haven't found them yet. In a way you see her loose her innocents through a child's eyes till adulthood. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Marjane Satrapi Biography Many People who grow up in a society battered by political persecution can become programed to think, fell, and act in a manner which fulfills the "proper criteria" of how an individual in that particular society should behave. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. These stories are told with simple and direct detail, suffused with the sometimes limited, sometimes profound reactions and insights of young Satrapi wending her way through a world that has grown wildly dangerous and irrational, a place that is also, unfortunately, her home. For example, Satrapi uses the Graphic novel sense of the book to express the emotion that you could not see or empathize with through just reading text. Lovely graphic novel about Iran during the time of Western Liberalisation in society and how this affected life for young, liberal minded Iranians in terms of how the Imans and more hardline Islamic community tried to suppress it. Please try again. Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2017. The confusion stems from her valiant attempts at trying to understand the embattled and restrictive world that she lives in—post-Revolution Iran—as well as her … An Important Voice that Refuses to be Silenced, Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2020. The story has great illustrations and how the author deals with this struggles. When I think of graphic novels, I think of comic books that inevitably are converted into major movie franchises. But you still shouldn’t judge a book by it’s cover. I finished it before she did! Please try again. Paperback – Illustrated, October 30, 2007. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 4, 2018. The Memoir is so powerful because of its ability to telling stories through not just words but also pictures, and how it was able to express certain emotions, in ways ordinary books could not. She doesn’t quite understand it, and tends to believe whatever she has been told, and then going on to relay that to her parents. Marjane Satrapi: According to the law, we had much more freedom because women could, for example, ask for a divorce. A prerequisite for Iranian education in America Marjane Satrapi, Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2020. I liked the book, and I thought the author did a good job of conveying the intended purpose. She tries to understand the political unrest that is going on all around her. Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2017. Persepolis: Marjane Satrapi's personal version and vision of the Iranian Revolution Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis is a graphic novel that suggests that there is a sharp discrepancy between the world of the Iranian Revolution, as depicted in the Western media, versus how many Iranians experienced it in the context of their own lives. Wise, funny, and heartbreaking, Persepolis is Marjane Satrapi’s graphic memoir of growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. The remarkable way she portrays light and dark shading on the images to display Marji’s mood and state of mind. I would recommend this book to others, it’s an easy read that gives a whole new perspective of the people of Iran. It is the story of a girl named Marji, and her life growing up during the Iranian revolution. Persepolis, Marjane Satrapi’s graphic memoir of growing up during the Iranian Revolution, has received international acclaim since its initial publication in French.When it was released in English in 2003, both Time Magazine and the New York Times recognized it as one of the best books of the year. The story portrays the Islamic Revolution through Marji's innocent eyes and conveys how The woman who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd. And, in fact, my copy of The Complete Persepolis bears a proud little badge honoring its conversion into an award winning motion picture. Ein Gespräch mit Rück- und Ausblicken. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. She grew up … Now this book is about a young girl going through Iran cultural revolution and how people change and how her whole family had to change or adjust to their surroundings. How does Marjane adapt to the youth culture in Austria? Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2018. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. This floored my 11 year niece and my 76 year old mother. Satrapi was born in 1969 and is currently living in France. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 2015. Please try again. 1-91) and write a paragraph addressing each question. I read this when it came out and foisted it upon all of my comic reading friends. Who are her group of friends and how is she perceived by them? She grew up in Tehran, where she studied at the Lycée Français before leaving for Vienna and then going to Strasbourg to study illustration. One story/comic strip will have you laughing, another furious, and another heartbroken. If your intrested in Iran, or the story of a young girl having the deal with change or racism, or the struggles of living in a very conservative/ religious country I would highly recommend this book. Persepolis is a 2007 animated biographical drama film based upon the Marjane Satrapi autobiographical graphic novel of the same name.It was written and directed by Satrapi in collaboration with Vincent Paronnaud. I decided to read this after travelling to Iran last year, and also when it was recommended by the Guardian as one of the best books of the 21st century so far. But when a woman … If you haven’t read any graphic novels before then let this be the one to start. She is married to Mattias Ripa. I don't know, I honestly don't think I can but maybe someone can take away something about what I say. Then I would cry because I am not there. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. A brilliant book. There was a problem loading your book clubs. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. The graphic novel depicts the author’s childhood through her adult years during the Islamic Revolution. 1. It was truly inspiring to see how Ms. Satrapi moved about her life and the trials and tribulations that came with it. She was previously married to Reza. You won’t be disappointed. Great to read this side of the modern Iran story. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Mehri tells Marjane all about their love for each other. Whether Satrapi decides to express happiness or sadness, Through the novel, she expresses the way she felt personally and also gives you a visual, to help put yourself into her shoes. Now if your looking for another Iran comic book that deals with serious issues like Persepolis then look no further than Zahra's paradise. Makes one reflect on the things happening in their own societies too. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I gave a copy to a niece several years ago, and then recently bought another copy for another niece for her 11th birthday (I'll hold off on part 2 for her until she is 14). Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. She was totally taken by the very clever story telling and the deeply emotional history scenario. Marjane Satrapi. Marjane’s Parents (Mother and Father) Marjane is a strong-willed, sometimes confused protagonist who we follow from childhood to burgeoning adulthood over the course of Persepolis. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Very original format: telling the story of a revolution, a major event in world history, through a graphic story about a little girl coming of age. It’s her experience of the changes after the overthrowing of the Shah’s regime, the Islamic revolution and the war with Iraq. This has been one of the most interesting Memoirs I have ever read. She is from a middle class family in Tehran and tells us about the fall of the Shah and the rise of the islamic republic thourgh the eyes of a child. Even some American states do it, so calling us nothing or better than Iran is hypocritical. Marjane Satrapi was born in Rasht, Iran.She now lives in Paris, where she is a regular contributor to magazines and newspapers throughout the world, including the New Yorker and the New York Times.She is the author of Persepolis, Persepolis 2, Embroideries, Chicken with Plums, and several children’s books.She cowrote and codirected the animated feature film version of Persepolis, which … Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. She has not stopped reading other books since, similar format or subject. Overview Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood by Marjane Satrapi is a graphic memoir about Satrapi’s experiences growing up in Tehran, Iran before and after the revolution in 1979. “In life you'll meet a lot of jerks. I lived in Iran at the same time as the author did and had a hard time putting the story of what happened into words. Just because they live there doesn’t mean they fit the stereotype. Wise, funny, and heartbreaking, Persepolis is Marjane Satrapi’s graphic memoir of growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. A lot of people began complaining about it so my teacher turned it off. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. She makes the reader understand that the people who had to first-hand witness the Islamic Revolution, are no different than ordinary people, just like the reader and even helps you sympathize with the character. This book should not be an option when searching for “Children’s graphic novels.” The language and content is not appropriate for children. Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2019. I remember being so fascinated by Marjane Satrapi's story and finally picked myself up a copy of her book. That will … Many people are quick to judge people, and that comes especially true when talking about people during the Islamic Revolution. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 8, 2020. "A memoir of growing up as a girl in revolutionary Iran, Marjane Satrapi was born in Rasht, Iran. Loved it and would highly recommend. Persepolis is a memoir of a young life in war torn Iran. While it wasn’t a formal book it was a overall success. It does not make sense but Marjane Satrapi's decision to recount her memoir about growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution using a comic strip actually renders the tale more rather than less poignant. I think what I love most about the book (which is made up of comic strips) is how different the emotions can be and change. Pahlavi used Persepolis to stage the celebration of the 2,500 year of Iran’s monarchy […]. (I have absolute respect for Muslims / Islamic faith btw!!) Wise, often funny, sometimes heartbreaking, Persepolis tells 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. Please try again. Condition: New. Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2020. Hardback. When I read this book, I had to stop so many times and remind myself I was no longer there. She is a director and actress, known for Persepolis (2007), The Voices (2014) and Chicken with Plums (2011). What can I say that other reviewers have already said? A wonderful, wonderful novel, I highly recommend this to anyone. Brand new Book. Eventually she goes to Europe or France (if I remember correctly) and having to deal with love, liberals or hippies, and racism and mean nuns. There are plenty of stories of young woman having to deal with change, and their countries sexist views and using their religion to justify their actions. I wish I had asked them more about their homeland.