Marjane Satrapi book summaries

“We were four girls, and we had to wear veils. We didn't really like to wear them, but the veil was a symbol of our faith.”

Opening of the book, describing the imposition of the veil on schoolgirls after the revolution.

“I want to be a prophet. I want to be the last prophet.”

Young Marjane tells her grandmother about her desire to be a prophet, showing her early questioning of religion and authority.

“In the name of God, I have decided to be a prophet.”

Marjane's declaration to her classmates, leading to a conversation about her beliefs.

“The only thing that matters is the love of God.”

Marjane's grandmother's advice, contrasting with the political rhetoric of the regime.

“I had a feeling that I was going to be a hero.”

Marjane's childhood fantasy of being a revolutionary hero, reflecting her early political awareness.

“I was a grown-up, but I was still a child.”

Marjane's reflection on her experiences in Austria, highlighting the tension between maturity and innocence.

“I had to leave. I had to go far away.”

Marjane's decision to leave Iran, expressing her need to escape the oppressive environment.