Author and Nonagenarian Mitzi Asai Loftus Shares her Powerful Memoir about her internment as a Japanese American at the outset of WWII

Join us at Eagle Harbor Book Co. on Saturday, May 18th at 6:30 PM for an unforgettable evening with the remarkable author and nonagenarian Mitzi Asai Loftus as she discusses her powerful memoir From Thorns to Blossoms.  Mitzi’s memoir details her profound experiences interned as a Japanese American during WWII, offering a personal and unique perspective on a dark chapter in American history.  Despite this painful episode of her life, she focuses on themes of resilience and healing and demonstrates how she transformed the pain of her past into a message of hope and reconciliation for today and into the future.  With her background as an educator, Mitzi has a gift for communicating complex historical and emotional subjects in a way that is accessible and engaging.  All this makes for a captivating and inspiring evening with an extraordinary woman.

About Mitzi Asai Loftus: Born in Hood River, Oregon, in 1932, Mitzi spent three years of her childhood in government incarceration camps. For over seven decades, she has captivated audiences with her tales of her family’s experiences. A Fulbright scholar who taught English in Japan, Mitzi’s life is a testament to resilience and transformation.

Advance Praise for “From Thorns to Blossoms”: “A transformative tale from barbed wire to healing blossoms, Mitzi Asai Loftus’ memoir is a profound narrative of pain, identity, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.” — Editorial Review.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet an inspiring author and witness a personal side of history that continues to resonate across Bainbridge Island and the Pacific Northwest region today. See you there!

From Thorns to Blossoms is available for purchase now at our store, or via our online catalogue.  Copies will be available for sale and signing by Mitzi at the event.