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Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return
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Book Brief
Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return
Nonfiction | Graphic Memoir | Adult | Published in 2004192
Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction
Iran And Europe • 1980s
2004
Adult
15+ years
GN500L
Super Short Summary
Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return by Marjane Satrapi, translated by Anjali Singh, continues Marjane’s story as she navigates her teenage years in Austria and later returns to Iran. She experiences cultural dislocation, explores her identity and sexuality, and eventually returns home, struggling to reconcile her European experiences with her Iranian roots. The book discusses drug addiction, suicide, and war.
Contemplative
Challenging
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return continues her poignant narrative with evocative illustrations and a compelling personal journey. It successfully balances cultural insights and emotional depth, although some readers felt its episodic nature lacked cohesion. Nevertheless, it remains a powerful sequel that resonates broadly.
Who Should Read Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return?
Readers who enjoy Persepolis 2: The Story of a Return by Marjane Satrapi, translated by Anjali Singh, typically appreciate autobiographical graphic novels and coming-of-age stories. Fans of Maus by Art Spiegelman and Fun Home by Alison Bechdel will find its blend of personal narrative and historical context compelling.
192
Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction
Iran And Europe • 1980s
2004
Adult
15+ years
GN500L
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