Persepolis (comics)

Persepolis (French: Persépolis) is a series of autobiographical graphic novels written and illustrated by Marjane Satrapi. The books depict Satrapi's childhood and early adult years in Iran and Austria during and after the Iranian Revolution. The name of the series is in reference to the ancient capital of the Persian Empire. Originally published in French, Persepolis has been translated to many other languages. As of 2018, the series has sold more than 2 million copies worldwide. French comics publisher L'Association published the original work in four volumes between 2000 and 2003. Pantheon Books (North America) and Jonathan Cape (United Kingdom) published the English translations in two volumes – one in 2003 and the other in 2004. Omnibus editions in French and English followed in 2007, coinciding with the theatrical release of the film adaptation. Due to its graphic language and images, Persepolis has caused controversy surrounding its presence in schools in the United States. The series was featured on the American Library Association's list of the "Top Ten Most Challenged Books" in 2014.