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RED FUJI has been published in Japan. Explore the Legacy of Hokusai’s Daughter Through Fiction. Acclaimed Canadian author Katherine Govier continues her literary journey into the world of Edo-period Japan with her latest historical novel, Red Fuji—a compelling sequel to her earlier work, The Printmaker’s Daughter. Both novels have been translated into Japanese by Yoko Morgenstern. In Red Fuji, Govier once again brings to life the enigmatic figure of Katsushika Oei, daughter of the legendary ukiyo-e master Hokusai. Set against the backdrop of the turbulent transition from the Edo period to the Meiji era, the novel follows Oei’s spirit as she wanders through a rapidly changing Japan. Through her eyes, readers witness the exodus of Japanese art to the West—where collectors like Ernest Fenollosa, Edward Morse, and William Bigelow unknowingly acquired Oei’s works alongside her father’s. Govier’s narrative not only traces the global journey of ukiyo-e but also shines a light on the often-overlooked contributions of female artists in a male-dominated era. Red Fuji is a poignant tribute to artistic legacy, cultural exchange, and the quiet resilience of women in art history. Author: Katherine Govier. Translator: Yoko Morgenstern. Publisher: Sairyusha.

He has just received the Order of Canada.
Congratulations, John!