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Thoroughly enjoyed this.

“One can forgive but one should never forget.“
It underscores the importance of remembering history to avoid repeating its mistakes, particularly in the context of cultural and political upheaval.

The tension between personal freedom and political oppression is powerfully illustrated, especially as Satrapi matures and faces harsh realities.

A visually stunning memoir of growing up in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution. Satrapi uses stark black-and-white drawings to convey her experiences with repression, resistance, and cultural change.

I read this in one sitting. This quote from her grandmother was striking to me.

"In life you'll meet a lot of jerks. If they hurt you, tell yourself that it's because they're stupid. That will help keep you from reactingbto their cruelty because therebis nothing worse than bitterness and vengeance... Always keep your dignity and be true to yourself."

What makes Persepolis a powerful book for me is not the incredible first-hand account but that Marji also had the ability to tell it in such an engaging way. It is a very personal history, I appreciate her honesty regarding her errors and failings and I‘m left wanting to learn more about Iran and those with a less fortunate and privileged experience than our narrator. 8/10

I wasn't ever really into graphic novels a lot but this is a one of a kind book❤️

I read this earlier in the month and forgot to post on here. A graphic novel which I don't usually read. Lent to me by a friend. Gave me an insight into the recent history of Iran. Engaging and informative.

This was the coming of age story of the author in revolutionary Iran & her teenage years in Vienna & how she came back to Iran & then finally left for good. I definitely learned a lot of Iranian history & its history with Iraq & other countries in the region. The drawings were magnificent. In my opinion it ended kind of suddenly but I guess it‘s good if it left me wanting more!

My first graphic novel was a hit!

The author tells her story effectively and impactfully through her words and drawings.

The book takes us from Marji's childhood up to the end of her first marriage with the instability of Iran as the backdrop.

War, harsh rules, and even harsher penalties for breaking them make you thankful to live in a free country.

This was my #jolabokaflod gift from @shortsarahrose 😊

@shortsarahrose Thank. You. So. Much!

I love my #jolabokaflodswap ❤

My husband cracked up when he saw the giant peanut butter cups 😄

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@MaleficentBookDragon - Thank you, too!

3 ⭐ I‘m glad to finally read this classic graphic novel. It was somewhat what I was expecting and somewhat completely different. It is a memoir, set in Iran during the many conflicts in the 80s. It‘s about the author‘s life from childhood through her first divorce. The first half of the story reads like a modern version of the Diary of Anne Frank. It is only in the second half where we see a modern woman learning how to

This was a powerful, eye opening memoir about a young woman growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. It shows the daily life of war and oppression she faced while growing up, and her strength and weaknesses all throughout. It‘s also told through black and white comic form.

My reading goal for tomorrow 🤓

Grabbed this from my daughter‘s reading pile. She had just finished an oral argument for English class on purity culture‘s influence on the judicial system-comparing and contrasting The Crucible to Persepolis. Great graphic novel read on the Iranian revolution.

If you are looking for a book for you and you‘re teen to read, this is it. It‘s a graphic novel for those who just can‘t sit and read. It‘s a great story of growing up in oppression and the things that can happen even once you get freedom. It‘s a conversation starter. It‘s a great book. I advise trying it once.

#BookCoverChallenge
Day 143.
Here I will note 365 books (or as many as I will have before I get tired) that have shaped my taste in literature. No explanations, no reviews. Just the cover of the book.
I do not challenge anyone. You are all welcome to take part.

I recently reread Persepolis. It‘s an autobiographical graphic comic memoir about her childhood and young teen years in Iran before and during the Islamic Revolution. Published in 2003, the author‘s text and drawings intertwine political history and memoir, portraying Iran‘s political upheaval through her experiences and her family‘s story.

“The intelligent and outspoken child of radical Marxists, and the great-granddaughter of Iran‘s last emperor, Satrapi bears witness to a history uniquely entwined with the history of her country.” (“Persepolis”, Penguin Random House)

One of my favourite books and historical periods. I reread it a couple of times every year and I enjoy it all the same.

I read Persepolis 1 in college, so I was excited to pick this up at Half Price Books for $2! This autobiographical graphic novel tells the story of Marjane growing up in Iran. It comes with relatable experiences, like relationships, but also teaches the tumultuous history of Iran and what it was like to live there. It‘s an eye-opening novel, especially because we aren‘t taught Iran in school. This book reminds us that hate comes from ignorance.

Couldn‘t have said it better! This made me laugh but also made me grateful for what freedoms I am allowed.

Inspired by @vivastory I too have compiled my 10 favorite books of the year so far. I will be posting 1 book per day for the following 10 days with a few thoughts on them.

My first choice is The Complete Persepolis which I solely read for #ReadingAsia2021 but man, what a surprise it was. I had no idea a graphic novel could be so good. So funny and informative and inspiring. I loved it!

Please join and share your #midyearfaves of the year!

Without the dialogue bubble this is just me and my hoard of books 📚📚📚

#persepolis #marjanesatrapi #graphicnovel #graphicmemoir #memoir #comic

MS grew up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran/Iraq war. This is the story of her own everyday childhood, her family and culture. The private and public spheres are frequently at right angles to eachother: it is tragic, bizarre, fury-inducing and... humorous. Reading it was an education, for sure. It was also thoroughly absorbing. I loved it.

A very accessible view into how growing up in #iran was during the Islamic revolution.
Picked up for #readingasia2021 and for #booked2021 for #translatedintoyourfirstlanguage
@Cinfhen @4thhouseontheleft @BarbaraTheBibliophage @Librarybelle @BarbaraBB

An excellent graphic novel about Marjani's growing up in Teheran during the Islamic revolution and the war between Iraq and Iran.

Went to the library today and picked up a couple of books for #Asianreadathon in May.

This read involved a LOT of culture shock for me. The situations Satrapi faced growing up are so far removed from what I experienced that it was difficult for my brain to accept it as nonfiction as first. The delivery is raw & emotional with a lot of detailed information that let me feel like I was truly getting to know Marjane. The read was a good experience & I am thankful for her bravery & ability to be so candid in the sharing of her story.

I might have ordered some books this week 🤷‍♀️ #bookmail

A graphic novel about the author‘s childhood in #Iran during its war with #Iraq and the Revolution that forced women under cover. The author felt true to a youngster, who is headstrong but somewhat stupid and doesn‘t understand her own lack of wisdom yet. She‘s just a year younger than me so I tried to imagine myself in her shoes and it made me quite sad. We are so fortunate for our freedoms and should never take them for granted. #readingasia2021

Daughter loaned me this one from her library for #readingasia2021 #Iran @Librarybelle @BarbaraBB

Blown away by the experiences Marjan hd in her lifetime. And how she stood true to herself. Not to forget she had a super strong support system. Her parents were equally awesome!

Just finished reading Persepolis for the second time. I read it long ago, but have never read Persepolis 2. Now I‘m ready for it.

I‘ve been meaning to see the film as well. I‘ve heard it‘s excellent. Ready for that now, too!

I loved this graphic novel about Iran‘s recent history told by a rebellious girl. The format works so well! During the pointless war against Iraq and while the government restricts individual freedom, Marjane is able to hold on to what she stands for and to keep being true to herself. She has her witty sense of humor and her wonderful and wise family to thank for.

#ReadingAsia2021 🇮🇷 #Booked2021 #MustacheOnCover #pop21 #bookinadifferentformat

Loving this book. The humour in combination with harsh reality works so well 🖤

These are my best books of each month in #nonfiction of the 375 books I‘ve read this year! 🎉🎉
Jan -> Apr
May -> Aug
Sept-> Dec

There was definitely some competition for best nonfiction book of December. How to Be an Anti-Racist and Mediocre were very good books, but ultimately the breadth and depth of storytelling in The Complete Persepolis won out. It really shows how much can be said in the graphic format.

🥂 to a good 2021!

Wow. I have never been stymied to write a review of an excellent book, but this #graphicmemoir that encompasses everything from being a child during the Islamic revolution in #iran to lost teenage years in #austria away from family and the Iran/Iraq War then back to Iran as a young adult for university has me flummoxed in the best way. She really shows how superbly a story can be told in graphic form. 5⭐️

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I absolutely loved this. I love personal stories of ordinary people living through extraordinary events and this is one of the best examples of that I've read. A great vivid insight into living through the Iranian revolution and the war with Iraq from the perspective of a rebellious child/young woman. The drawings are beautiful, I love her stark, striking style. Highly recommend this.

Such a good book!

stole this from @Chrissyreadit to reread for a class 😀👍

#3books #bannedbooksiveread
👍👍👍 All good reads.

20 years after I started my sociology degree and 22 years after I joined the SWP, I finally understand dialectical materialism.

#ReadHarder challenge 19: a graphic memoir and challenge 20: a book by or about a refugee.

Really enjoyed this - both the story and the graphic style!

Listen. I don't like to preach, but here's some advice. You'll meet a lot of jerks in life. If they hurt you, remember it's because they're stupid. Don't react to their cruelty. There's nothing worse than bitterness and revenge. Keep your dignity and be true to yourself.

Just read this again before I teach it. Fascinating, political and gut wrenching. Really looking forward to understanding it more.

This is such a unique way to tell such a hard story. A biography of growing up in Iran during the revolution and Iran/Iraqi war written in graphic novel form. A truly inspiring story and intimate insight during a difficult time. I highly recommend this book.

Wow. I was very moved by this. The story is a memoir about the author's childhood growing up in Iran during the revolution/war with Iraq. I loved the way the characters came to life, and I loved how the illustrations were in black and white and not over the top, really allowing you to focus on the story. I read this , turned the final page, and said out loud to my husband, "But I need to know what happens next!"