One Of My Favorite Graphic Novels That Is Now Taught In Schools

 

 

Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood (2004)

“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.

Edgy, searingly observant, and candid, often heartbreaking but threaded throughout with raw humor and hard-earned wisdom–Persepolis is a stunning work from one of the most highly regarded, singularly talented graphic artists at work today.”

by Marjane Satrapi

Like Maus and Bone, Persepolis is an important graphic novel that has been adopted by many educational institutions. I have always said that graphic novels are a great way to create interest in both reading and history - two things that kids rarely do anymore with their hand held devices. In fact most school libraries have a section for superhero graphic novels these days. When I was a kid I was a library rat and the ONLY comic book story collection they had was The Origins of Marvel Comics and Son Of Origins of Marvel Comics.