Canadian author Margaret Atwood has received a high honour from France’s ministry of culture for her contributions to literature.
Atwood was named a commander in the French Order of Arts and Letters, which rewards people who have made significant contributions to artistic or literary fields in France and the rest of the world.
France’s ambassador to Canada, Michel Miraillet, presented Atwood with the medal on Wednesday at a ceremony held at the French Embassy in Ottawa.
The embassy says the honour recognizes Atwood’s contributions as a poet, novelist and critic, as well as the global relevance of her work.
Atwood says in a statement
