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Marjane Satrapi, the Author of ‘Persepolis,’ Dies at 56

Marjane Satrapi, the Author of ‘Persepolis,’ Dies at 56
New York Times Thursday 04 June 2026, 12:51 UTC By Amelia Nierenberg and Ségolène Le Stradic 1 min read
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Marjane Satrapi in 2023. She was one of the best-known exponents of a form of graphic novel that combined political history and memoir.

Marjane Satrapi in 2023. She was one of the best-known exponents of a form of graphic novel that combined political history and memoir.
Marjane Satrapi (PERSON)
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