This novel starts in the year 1980 and follows Marjane's experiences through the year 1984. Marjane is 10 years old when the novel begins and 14 when it ends. The novel takes place in Iran during The Islamic Revolution. Many citizens are protesting and fighting against the king and current government of the country. The government tries to restrict the peoples' rights in order limit their actions and create 'peace'.
Plot:
The novel starts off in 1980 when Marjane is 10 and the government just made it a law that women have to where the veil. This is Marjane's first memory of anything having to do with The Islamic Revolution having a direct impact on her. This also marks the beginning of chaos in Marjane's life as she encounters war, violence,
Plot:
The novel starts off in 1980 when Marjane is 10 and the government just made it a law that women have to where the veil. This is Marjane's first memory of anything having to do with The Islamic Revolution having a direct impact on her. This also marks the beginning of chaos in Marjane's life as she encounters war, violence,