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A post to discuss Emma Watson's recommendation, Persepolis.

Persepolis is "a graphic novel that serves as the memoir of the author, Marjane Satrapi. It's about a bold and brave young woman and her experiences in 1980s Iran," writes Watson. "Satrapi grew up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution and its aftermath; Persepolis is the story of her childhood."

"As Iran enters another important period of change, with relations re-opening with much of the world, I think this is a particularly good time to pick up Persepolis. Satrapi's deceptively simple, almost whimsical drawings belie the seriousness and rich complexity of her story �� but it’s also very funny too." ()

Persepolis is the story of Satrapi's unforgettable childhood and coming of age within a large and loving family in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution; of the contradictions between private life and public life in a country plagued by political upheaval; of her high school years in Vienna facing the trials of adolescence far from her family; of her homecoming--both sweet and terrible; and, finally, of her self-imposed exile from her beloved homeland. It is the chronicle of a girlhood and adolescence at once outrageous and familiar, a young life entwined with the history of her country yet filled with the universal trials and joys of growing up.

A little late into the month to be finding my march book but this is perfect, I've been meaning to read this for a long time! I went to try and buy it in town but couldn't find it anywhere so here's hoping my amazon delivery makes it before the end of march.

Finished this story in the nick of time! What a unique way to to learn about someone's childhood. I also like Satrapi's use of white space and the black ink. I'm curious how the movie compares.