In Persepolis, Marjane explained how people in Iran began to change how they lived their lives when the Islamic Revolution brought about the downfall of the Shah. Some examples were that the kids in her classes were separated from one another and began wearing veils. She mentions how her mother was involved in demonstrations for people who were against the veil. Her mother feared for her life when she saw her photo on a magazine, so she had to dye her hair to change her appearance. Marjane explained that when she was born, she believed herself to be the "last prophet".
I find this section meaningful as the book describes how Marjane and her family had been involved in Iran's cultural revolution. The book also explains how she started to become a supporter of the revolution at a young age and how she wanted to help bring change to Iran. I also feel that the book expressed how the people of Iran felt with the Shah in power. They saw him as a tyrant since he was supported by the U.S. The book also expressed how religion played a part in Marjane's life by letting her express how she wanted to be a prophet.
My opinion on the reading is that I think it is brilliant as the reading in the book describes how Marjane lived her life in Iran at a time when people started to think that they need more independence from those that would oppress them. I think that the book tells quite a vivid story on how Marjane's childhood was presented and how the Iranian government wanted her to live her life. I also think that people need to read more of this book to get an understanding on how Marjane wanted to send her message to people.
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