Author: Marjane Satrapi
Rating: Bottom Shelf
Persepolis is a memoir told through a graphic novel. The story focuses on her life as the Iranian Revolution is going on around her and effecting her childhood. Her family is a modernistic family in the middle of a strictly religious society leading to many obstacles in their lives while searching for peace and freedom. This is a story full of family, censorship, and childhood dreams. The panels are drawn to support the story, but also to further hi light the historic events that are occurring around her as she learns more about her country, her family, and herself. There is a second book of you desire to read it after completing the first one. It is a very short read, and can be completed in a day. It was unlike anything else I have ever read.
I personally did not care for this book. However, I am not the biggest fan of memoirs or graphic novels, so this book was much different than something I would pick to read for myself. (Thank you English class for helping me branch out.) this book was not necessarily a bad book though. I would recommend picking up a copy from the library due to the high price and it's acquired taste. Then after reading you could make your decision if it is worth the investment for you.
If you decide this book is for you please let me know!!
Happy reading!!
I would also like to personally apologize for my lack of posts. With International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Exams I have been totally swamped and studying nonstop. I'll be better after testing is over!!
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