Persepolis prompt 4

     Persepolis is a memoir about an Iranian woman who faces racism in foreign countries and sexism in her own country. It is part of the broader conversation of racism and sexism in the world. It is a helpful book for those who are unaware of their privilege because it could make them aware that there are people being judged for their race, gender and anything else that they cannot change about themselves. As a white, heterosexual male, I could never experience her hardship. I would not even be aware how easy my life is compared to what she has gone through if I had not read the book. I don't experience racism, sexism or the hardship of being an immigrant the way Marjane has. This book has brought light to the issues of racism and sexism in a way like no other. Through telling a personal story instead of a third-party description of what it's like to face those issues like I have seen in news and other media allows the reader to empathize and become more aware and understanding.