Woman, Life, Freedom
(Author) Marjane SatrapiOn September 13, 2022, a young Iranian student, Mahsa Amini, was arrested by the morality police in Tehran, and a wave of protests soon spread through the whole country. In this visual collection of graphic novel style essays, a collaboration of activists, artists, journalists, and academics are working together to depict the historic uprising in Iran, in solidarity with the Iranian people, in defence of feminism
Marjane Satrapi
Marjane Satrapi is an Iranian-born graphic novelist and filmmaker known for her autobiographical graphic novel series "Persepolis," which depicts her childhood and adolescence in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution. Satrapi's works often tackle themes of identity, politics, and social justice with a mix of humor and poignancy. Her unique blend of art and storytelling has had a significant impact on the graphic novel genre, bringing attention to the medium as a powerful tool for personal expression and social commentary. "Persepolis" has been translated into multiple languages and adapted into an animated film, further solidifying Satrapi's place as a prominent figure in contemporary literature and visual storytelling.
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