Billy Budd Sailor is a novel by Herman Melville that was first published in 1891. The book tells the story of Billy Budd, a young sailor who is unjustly accused of mutiny and murder. Billy is tried and sentenced to death, but he dies before he can be executed. The novel explores themes of justice, … Read more
Persepolis is a novel by Marjane Satrapi that chronicles her experience growing up during the Iranian Revolution. The story follows Marji as she comes of age against the backdrop of political upheaval and social change. Persepolis is an exploration of how personal troubles can be tangled up with public issues, and how one person’s story … Read more