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New York Times Bestseller • Both poignant and thought-provoking, *Persepolis* is Marjane Satrapi’s acclaimed graphic memoir about her childhood in Iran during the Islamic Revolution.

“One-of-a-kind… Satrapi captures herself and her classmates navigating adolescence amid protests, disappearances, and upheaval… A striking, unforgettable impact.” —The New York Times: “The 50 Best Memoirs of the Past 50 Years”

Included in *The New York Times’s* list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st Century, *Persepolis* is told through bold black-and-white comic strip illustrations. It recounts Satrapi’s formative years in Tehran from ages six to fourteen, a time marked by the fall of the Shah, the rise of the Islamic Revolution, and the devastating Iran-Iraq War. As the only child of politically active Marxists and the great-granddaughter of a former Iranian emperor, Marjane grows up in a household where history and ideology shape her understanding of the world.

Through her young eyes, *Persepolis* offers a vivid portrayal of life in Iran, revealing the stark contrast between private and public existence. As she encounters dethroned leaders, brutal punishments, and revolutionary heroes, readers learn alongside her about the complexities of Iran’s past and her family’s remarkable history. Deeply personal yet profoundly political, *Persepolis* is an unforgettable coming-of-age story that highlights the human toll of war and oppression. With both humor and heartbreak, it reminds us of the resilience needed to endure even the most absurd circumstances. Most of all, it introduces readers to a spirited young girl bound to capture their hearts.