Marjane Satrapi is an Iranian-born graphic novelist, known for her autobiographical work, Persepolis. This graphic novel depicts her childhood and early adult years in Iran, particularly during and after the Islamic Revolution. Satrapi's unique storytelling combines personal experiences with historical events, using stark black-and-white illustrations. Her work has received critical acclaim and has been adapted into an animated film, further popularizing her narrative style and themes of identity, culture, and resilience.