I grew up in Iran 2 Sabbath

Author: Three Joint Committee
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: The four-volume series of Persepolis: I Grow Up in Iran was highly acclaimed upon its release in France, translated into over ten languages, and awarded numerous comic book prizes, including the "Best Comic Award" at the 2004 Frankfurt Book Fair. Persepolis: I Grow Up in Iran is a graphic novel that tells the coming-of-age story of an Iranian girl during the Islamic Revolution. This young girl experiences major events such as the overthrow of the king, the Islamic Revolution, and the Iran-Iraq War. Iranian author Marjane Satrapi shares her own personal growth experience. Using simple lines and stark black-and-white contrasts, Marjane Satrapi brings forth this powerful story. The extensive use of black gives the visuals a strong impact. As the protagonist Marji grows, readers can gain a deeper understanding of Iran's history, politics, and culture. This book is one of the volumes in the Persepolis: I Grow Up in Iran series, titled Sabbath.