I think Marjane Satrapi used the comic format because she felt it was the best way to tell her story. Choosing to write her story in a comic allow me to enjoy and understand her story better. Comics are unique in the fact that they use visuals and text to convey their message. Marjane Satrapi was also able to illustrate a childish view by using a simple cartoon style.
Like I mentioned before, Comics use both visual and text to tell the story. What the text does not explain can be found in the visuals. You can see the story from many different points of views. The proverb, "A picture is worth a thousand word" work in comics, too. When Marjane Satrapi wanted to express an emtion she would use the picture instead of the text.
If I was to write a memoir about my life, I would paint a big painting of it. Right now, I feel that painting is the best way I can express my life story.
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What was it about the comics style that makes it appealing to children?
What were the events, moments in the story that really jumped out at you? Why was this format effective for those?
Why is painting the best way to express your life?
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