Persepolis

The graphic novel Persepolis depicts the experiences of a young girl in Iran during the 1980's and the political struggle taking place during the time period. In "The Texture of Retracing In Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis" by Hilary Chute, she analyzes the artistic, political, and emotional aspects of the graphic novel. She also gives input on a new sense of respect that is being found for graphic novels and especially female graphic artists like Marjane Satrapi.


I found the graphic representation of Marjane Satrapi's childhood to be both cute and enlightening. I found it endearing how Marjane Satrapi was always so eager to partake in change. She wanted to protest like the adults and be heard. She also wanted to live like a normal child and be able to listen to whichever type of music she pleased, dress how she liked, and go out unaccompanied. I enjoy most stories that are given from a young perspective. I feel as if it always gives the story being told a better sense of humor and a lighthearted appeal. Marjane Satrapi presents her self as being quite the character during her youth. Marjane Satrapi seems to be both curious and insightful and clearly has a knack for depicting her experiences in a gentle, but very effective manner.


If I had been able to question Marjane Satrapi, I would ask her about her parents' occupations. They seemed to be very well off in her graphic novel. Did their wealth come from her great grandfather who had been a prince? I would also ask more about that patrol of women who picked her up off of the street for being dressed improperly. Lastly, I would ask if she worried for her parents when they would partake in protest. They told her themselves that people get shot at them. I wonder if she thought her parents would ever become victims.