One book, one philadelphia, philadelphia, pennsylvania. Originally published in france in two volumes, the complete persepolis is satrapis poignant, humorous, and heartbreaking memoir of growing up in iran during a time of political revolution and repression. This set of lesson plans consists of approximately 127 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials. The title of the books is taken from the name of persian empire ancient capital, persepolis. On writing persepolis, by marjane satrapi, as told to pantheon staff. Written with astonishing detail and from the point of view of a child, persepolis domesticates world events and makes them relatable and real. The one book, one philadelphia selection committee has chosen marjane satrapis the complete persepolis as the featured selection for 2010. The book selection, announced on thursday at the free library of philadelphia s parkway central branch, will be the curious. Iraq invades iran, marking the official start of the iraniraq war. From january 22 to march 18, nearly 100 events and programs will center on tommy oranges awardwinning novel, there there. The complete persepolis, by marjane satrapi wondering what.
These citations may not conform precisely to your selected citation style. From its beginnings as a graphic novel written in french by an iranian leftist young girl. Persepolis is the story of a young girl growing up in iran, written in the style of a graphic novel. As part of big blue marbles one book, one philadelphia celebration, our book club will be exploring contemporary african american poetry about the great migration, including work by. Oct 28, 2009 you do realize that persepolis is just a graphic novel, right. Persepolis is a graphic novel telling the story of author marjane satrapis childhood and adolescence in iran during the islamic revolution in the late 1970s. I was kind of confuse at first not understanding if he was really a hero or he died of cancer. This is the 2018 one book, one philadelphia pick phillyvoice. The mission of the free library of philadelphia is to advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire curiosity.
Persepolis is in black and white, and the characters are not drawn in detail. The complete persepolis, by marjane satrapi wondering. In the 2nd frame on page 3, what does satrapi reveal about the four girls through the image that you see. This, i concur with satrapi, should neither be ignored nor underestimated. Oracle of philadelphia is the debut novel from author elizabeth corrigan and the first in the earthbound angels series.
How does satrapi use images to enhance her narrative. The second chapter, which i am going to write about, is called the bicycle. Reading and discussing this book provides a unique opportunity for students to learn about the. In 1979 a revolution took place which was later called the islamic revolution. Join us for a very special one book, one philadelphia event big blue marble style a community read aloud of jacqueline woodsons another brooklyn. One book, one philadelphia big blue marble bookstore. The film version of persepolis stays true to the overall tone and style of the graphic novel, yet, its intention is slightly different. If they hurt you, remember its because theyre stupid.
Marjane, starting when she was nine in iran, proceeding through her teens. Persepolis is the story of satrapis unforgettable childhood and coming of age within a large and loving family in tehran during the islamic revolution. She rose to fame after publishing persepolis, her first graphic novel, in which she describes the. Philadelphias citywide book club has a new read for next year, as the public library of philadelphia announced its selection for 2018s one book, one philadelphia program. The story of a childhood, you must first understand iran in the 20th century. The bottom line is, i loved the book and could not stop reading it. In marjanes life, choosing to smoke is something she first does with friends, and later with her mother, that connects her to people. Online resourcesarticles free library of philadelphia yumpu. It is the first part of satrapis two volumes graphic memoir. Never read a comic book before this one and never before thought i would want to. I have read a few books lately with the angels and demons theme and i love that this book was still refreshing and new and. Marjane narrator wasnt very fond of wearing the veil. Full curriculum free library of philadelphia yumpu.
Age strengthens the need for personal opinions and values, and the desire to distinguish ones self becomes greater. An analysis of the symbols and themes of persepolis, a. This is probably one of the funnier chapters of the book. Sep 08, 2011 persepolis means city of pars and it was the ceremonial capital of the persian empire during the achaemenid dynasty in its golden era. A friend recommended it and i was intrigued by the idea of learning more about iran in an unusual way. Pdf the discovery of marjane satrapi and the translation of. The english translation was originally released in two volumes in 2003 and 2004. One book, one community programs one book, one community. Gaining background for the graphic novel persepolis. Tonights homework should be titled persepolis notesquotessummary pages 2 read, take notes and find quotes pages 2 of novel for each section or chapter in persepolis up to page 32. This marks the beginning of years of political and religious turmoil in iran. During an eightweek annual season, one book, one philadelphia offers free programming that includes book circles, panel discussions, film screenings, art workshops for all ages, cooking demonstrations, performances, and family and childrens activities throughout all 54 locations of the free library of philadelphia and at schools and partner. One book, one philadelphia by lou delsoldo one book, one philadelphia, a joint project of the mayors office and the free library of philadelphia, has the goal of promoting literacy and encouraging the philadelphia community to come together once a year through reading and discussing a single book. One book, one philadelphia celebrates its 15th anniversary this season.
You should have notes at least 3 bullet points and one quote for each of the following sections. Its 1980 in iran, and marjane satrapi isnt rocking out to michael jackson or watching dallas. Does persepolis change your preconceived notions of iran and its people. Though the old man, unlike the young man, did not lose his life in the fight against the regime, he still gets celebrated as an equal martyr. Iran, formerly known as persia, was once a wealthy country, which attracted invaders from around the world. Persepolis has been called a comic book time listed the first volume as one of the best comics of 2003.
The book is followed by the second volume, published in 2004, persepolis 2. Read marjane satrapi persepolis graphic novel online. Youll be assessed on your knowledge of events, characters and themes. The story of a childhood questions and answers discover the community of teachers, mentors and students just like you that can answer any question you might have on. The frame in the title shows three wheels, which could refer to movement and.
Mohammad reza shah pahlavi, the leader of iran, is replaced by the islamic republic. In persepolis graphic novel, satrapi traces back and. In frames 3, 4, 5, and 6 on page 4, describe the mood that is conveyed. One book, one philadelphia fosters reading, literacy, library usage, and civic dialogue citywide. The one book, one philadelphia program is designed to promote literacy and encourage conversation. As a recipient of one book resources, the free library requires that you devote one class period to. They understand that no one will give them their rights. One symbol in the latter half of the graphic novel is cigarettes and smoking. At the age of six marjane was sure she wanted to be a. While the book attempts to tell the dramatic story of marji satrapi, the film intends to more directly educate the viewer about iranian historyleaving out many scenes of marji in austria. The current generation of children has encountered and will continue to view more images than any previous generation. Trauma and juxtaposition in persepolis and a childs life and other. Persepolis is a graphic novel by marjane satrapi, and this quizworksheet combo will help you test your knowledge of the book.
Marjanes uncle anoosh is arrested and executed on false charges of spying. Persepolis is part of a burgeoning field of new serious comic books, often called graphic novels. Do consider having a public program with the author answering questions. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Without sounding too political, the shah was the previous, americanbacked king of iran. The first volume of maus, my father bleeds history. Marjane satrapis bestselling, internationally acclaimed memoirincomicstrips. The yellow birds by kevin powers, the complete persepolis by marjane satrapi, orphan train by christina baker. Then in 1980 it became mandatory to wear the veil at school. One year after the islamic revolution of 1979, iran is ruled by an oppressive theocracy. Celebrating its 18th season, one book, one philadelphia is a signature program of the free library that promotes literacy, library usage, and civic dialogue by encouraging the entire greater philadelphia area to come together through. Another brooklyn community readaloud sunday february 18, 12. Marjane and her classmates are now required to wear hijabs, or veils, to school.
Resources for teachers one book, one philadelphia free library. Marjane satrapi began to write persepolis after she finished university in france in 1994, with her friends at the time acquainting her with the graphic novel form. Persepolis study guide from litcharts the creators of. Persepolis means city of pars and it was the ceremonial capital of the persian empire during the achaemenid dynasty in its golden era. The complete persepolis is comprised of persepolis and persepolis 2, which begins with chapter 20. Celebrating its 18th season, one book, one philadelphia is a signature program of the free library that promotes literacy, library usage, and civic dialogue by encouraging the entire greater philadelphia area to come together through reading and discussing a single. What kind of government does reza shah want to creat at first.
The complete persepolis by marjane satrapi overdrive. In 1980 all bilingual school were closed down because they were a symbol of capitalism. The iranian revolution in brief in order to fully understand persepolis. While comic books were in the past not taken seriously, or seen as possessing much literary merit, this changed most prominently with the publication and following acclaim of art spieglemans maus, which was serialized in magazines for eleven years until a final and. Pdf marjane satrapi is one of the best known graphic novelists in the world today. Oct 27, 2016 one book, one philadelphia celebrates its 15th anniversary this season. Art spiegelmans maus was one of the very first comic book to be legitimized and canonized. Satrapis story begins with her childhood and the progressive education she received in a nonreligious french school until 1980, when boys and girls were separated and the girls began. While comic books were in the past not taken seriously, or seen as possessing much literary merit, this changed most prominently with the publication and following acclaim of art spieglemans maus, which was serialized in magazines for eleven years until a final and complete edition came out in. Satrapi, marjane,satrapi, marjane,the complete persepolis marjane satrapi. Marjanes father, an avid detractor of the current regime, here tells an ironic story about the way that fact and fiction get confused in the turmoil and passion of the revolution.
Went and ordered another 2 books by same author afterwards. Age strengthens the need for personal opinions and values, and the desire to distinguish one s self becomes greater. Marjane marji satrapi comes from a leftleaning family and. Persepolis the name of the capital of the ancient persian empire has been widely praised by readers and other authors, including sandra cisneros and phillip pullman. The book persepolis is a graphic novel written by marjane satrapi about herself and the history of iran. And a rather intriguing one at that, so even the laziest student should be captivated by it. While the artistry and revelations of persepolis already make it a required read, it has taken on even more importance in the current geopolitical climate. Poems of the great migration wednesday february 28, 7. Their expressions exist mostly in their eyes and eyebrows. Oct 21, 2017 the one book, one philadelphia program is designed to promote literacy and encourage conversation. Marjane is surprised by her grandmother in the guest room of her house and asks her about her grandfather which her grandmother tries to avoid. Then after reading a second time i realized the guy that people were cheering for died of cancer but the crowd still considered him to be a hero. Author marjane satrapi who is also the narrator of persepolis gives a brief history of iran, which was founded in the seventh century bce, destroyed shortly after, and then resurrected in the sixth century bce. The story of a childhood is a graphic novel written and illustrated by iranian comic writer and artist marjane satrapi.
Jun 14, 2017 there are 19 relatively short sections chapters in persepolis 1. My role as an artist is not to supply answers to political and ethnic questions, she said. Oct 22, 2017 philadelphias citywide book club has a new read for next year, as the public library of philadelphia announced its selection for 2018s one book, one philadelphia program. Marjane satrapi tells the story of iranpersia in the last 30 years of its existence which is actually much like the dark middle ages of europan history.
Each section is made of 710 pages on average and it highlights certain important events in marjane satrapis life. One book, one philadelphia selection announced cbs philly. The book selection, announced on thursday at the free library of philadelphias parkway central branch, will be the curious. May 16, 2003 persepolis first appeared in france in 2000.
What thematic differences do you notice between persepolis and persepolis 2. How are the british represented by the fellow with the pipe involved in reza shahs plans. Persepolis summary its 1980 in iran, and marjane satrapi isnt rocking out to michael jackson or watching dallas. Summary symbolism chapter title symbolism persepolis. Feb 28, 2012 the english translation was originally released in two volumes in 2003 and 2004. Writer and editor gloria steinem captured the unique quality of persepolis. Terrance hayes, tyehimba jess, crystal williams, elizabeth alexander, and lyra van cliefstefanon. The story of a childhood growing up is an adventure. Despite frequent invasions, the country retained its. More information can be found at the free librarys website. Selection for the 2017 one book, one philadelphia season. It is thus a text composed in an increasingly volatile global environment, one which perhaps paralleled the epoch she was depicting. Some of our favorite local writers will be reading aloud the entire book, which should run about 3 hours.
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