Persepolis: The Story of A Childhood by Marjane Satrapi (2003 ed.)

Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood is Marjane Satrapi’s internationally acclaimed graphic memoir chronicling her youth in Tehran during one of the most turbulent eras in modern Iranian history. Through bold black‑and‑white illustrations, Satrapi recounts life from ages six to fourteen as she witnesses the fall of the Shah, the rise of the Islamic Republic, and the devastation of the Iran–Iraq War. Told with equal parts humor, heartbreak, and defiance, Satrapi’s story captures the contradictions of growing up in a loving, modern, politically active family while the world outside becomes increasingly repressive. Her parents’ resistance, her family’s history of political imprisonment, and her own rebellious spirit shape a coming‑of‑age narrative that is as personal as it is politically profound. A modern classic of the graphic‑memoir genre, Persepolis stands out for its striking visual style, emotional clarity, and deeply human perspective on war, identity, and resilience. Originally published in France and later released in English in 2003, it remains one of the most celebrated works of contemporary nonfiction graphic literature.
Perfect for readers who enjoy: memoirs, illustrated nonfiction, political history, and powerful coming‑of‑age stories.

Copyright: Originally published in 2000 in France. This paperback copy was published by Pantheon Books in 2003. The first English translation was published in hardcover, also in 2003, by Pantheon Books.

Condition: Good. used. vintage.

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ISBN-10: 037571457X

ISBN-13: 9780375714573

Dewey Decimal: 955.0542092

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Persepolis: The Story of A Childhood by Marjane Satrapi (2003 ed.)