The women in the novels Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi are a chief example of the theme of matriarchy present throughout the text. The novel has a prevalent feminist air, which is exhibited in the presence of numerous female role models, and the character Marji 's various protests against the men in the Regime. These moments of rebellion on Marji 's part may stem from the influence her matriarchal role models had on her. Examples of these role models include Marji 's mother and grandmother. Both women are very involved in Marji 's life, and both women hold unique qualities that make them role models for Marji. Marji 's mother is revolutionary and she is resourceful. She demonstrates to Marji what it means to fight for what you believe in.
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They held and passed down characteristics of a strong, forward thinking woman who was not afraid to stand up for herself and what she believed in. These women are her role models, the ones she modeled her behaviour after. They were the ones that inspired her to keep going, to not give up on herself, to not let the men of the regime get the upper hand. They encouraged brashness, bravery and wit. Allowed her to experience the world, to try things and to fail but to find the willpower within herself to get back up and keep going. Their words of wisdom stuck with her and guided her through times of difficulty. Her mother and grandmother exposed Marji to reality at a young age, so she would not be afraid of it when she grew older. Both radiated love on her, always making sure that she knew how important she was to them. They raised her in such a way that allowed her to keep an open mind, but to always be conscious about her ancestor 's fight for freedom. A sense of pride was instilled, a pride in her heritage and the country in which she was raised. This allowed her to remain true to herself and her country even when in a different country. Although they sometimes disagreed with one another, these three women sharpened each other, and raised Marjane to be the inspiring and successful woman she is today. Without the wisdom and influence of both her mother and grandmother, Marji may have lost her sense of self and nationalism. The way in which they allowed Marji to experience trials and tribulations but also keep her pride and ethos contributed greatly to the way in which Marji experienced failure and success
They held and passed down characteristics of a strong, forward thinking woman who was not afraid to stand up for herself and what she believed in. These women are her role models, the ones she modeled her behaviour after. They were the ones that inspired her to keep going, to not give up on herself, to not let the men of the regime get the upper hand. They encouraged brashness, bravery and wit. Allowed her to experience the world, to try things and to fail but to find the willpower within herself to get back up and keep going. Their words of wisdom stuck with her and guided her through times of difficulty. Her mother and grandmother exposed Marji to reality at a young age, so she would not be afraid of it when she grew older. Both radiated love on her, always making sure that she knew how important she was to them. They raised her in such a way that allowed her to keep an open mind, but to always be conscious about her ancestor 's fight for freedom. A sense of pride was instilled, a pride in her heritage and the country in which she was raised. This allowed her to remain true to herself and her country even when in a different country. Although they sometimes disagreed with one another, these three women sharpened each other, and raised Marjane to be the inspiring and successful woman she is today. Without the wisdom and influence of both her mother and grandmother, Marji may have lost her sense of self and nationalism. The way in which they allowed Marji to experience trials and tribulations but also keep her pride and ethos contributed greatly to the way in which Marji experienced failure and success