Satrapi, M. (2007). The complete Persepolis. New York: Random House.
ISBN: 9780375714832
Annotation: Marjane grows up in the turbulence of the Islamic Revolution in Iran in this story of a life in comic strips.
Summary: Satrapi spends her childhood years living with her large family in Tehran during the social and political upheavals of the Islamic Revolution. She spends her high school years in Vienna, and learns to be herself.
Evaluation:In this graphic novel the author is a rather outspoken girl during the time of the Islamic Revolution in Iran. She is often challenged but continues to strive to be herself. It is a great message for teens of any age. Mainly older teen girls will like this, but some teen guys may as well.
Age Level: 15+
If you like this book, try Maus by Art Spiegelman.
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