Marjane Satrapi, French-Iranian Author of 'Persepolis', Dies at 56
Marjane Satrapi, the French-Iranian author and illustrator renowned for her graphic novel and film 'Persepolis', has passed away at the age of 56. Her death comes a year after the passing of her husband, Mattias Ripa, whom she described as the love of her life. Satrapi was a vocal critic of Iran's theocratic government and used her work to highlight the struggles faced under the regime. 'Persepolis' is a semi-autobiographical account of her early life in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution, before she moved to Europe. Satrapi's work extended beyond her Iranian roots, including directing the film 'Radioactive' about Marie Curie. She was also a supporter of the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement, advocating for women's rights and human rights in Iran. 
