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Yue-Sai Kan, who People magazine coined as the ""most famous woman in China,"" shares the riveting odyssey of how she became a household name. Yue-Sai Kan unveils a captivating narrative—from her bold arrival in America at 16 to her revolutionary impact on China's beauty standards through an iconic cosmetics brand. This memoir is a testament to unyielding ambition, cross-cultural influence, and unparalleled achievements. Within these pages, Yue-Sai chronicles her ascent as a media mogul and entrepreneur, weaving poignant reflections on China's transformation over four decades. This is more than an autobiography; it's a tribute to resilience and foresight, shaping destinies and global culture. Enhanced with vivid storytelling and exclusive visuals, delve into the life of a woman who dared to dream, leaving an indelible mark on the narratives of East and West. Yue-Sai Kan, a trailblazer in media and entrepreneurship, stands as a witness to change and a formidable force steering its course. Recognized as the 'Oprah of China,' her memoir reflects a life intertwined with the metamorphosis of a world. Discover the extraordinary journey of Yue-Sai Kan, a true pioneer shaping the crossroads of East and West. Her autobiography is a compelling narrative of ambition, influence, and resilience, offering readers an intimate glimpse into a life that mirrors the transformation of nations. Rich in storytelling and enhanced by exclusive visuals, this book is a must-read for those seeking inspiration from a woman who left an indelible mark on global culture.

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Author:   Yue-Sai Kan
Publisher:   Di Angelo Publications
Imprint:   Di Angelo Publications
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 22.90cm
ISBN:  

9781955690799

ISBN 10:   1955690790
Pages:   350
Publication Date:   10 October 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Dedication Preface I. THE MOST WATCHED PERSON IN THE WORLD Starting Very Small Right Place, Right Time Becoming a Household Name Producing ‘One World’ An Instrument of Peace For the Record Exceptional Kindness II. HOW I BECAME ME Hong Kong Mother Father Sisters In the Words of Vickie Kan In the Words of Yu-San Kan Two Young Men Who Changed My Life Life at Brigham Young University Hawaii In the Words of Helen Goo I Was Crowned a Princess! In the Words of Angela Conley Returning to Hong Kong New York, the Capital of the World Learning Immigrant Wisdom My Greek Mother Looking to the Stars III. CHANGING THE FACE OF CHINA,ONE LIPSTICK AT A TIME In the Words of Sam In the Words of Sherry In the Words of Holly Yao Duncan In the Words of Donna Fumoso Teaching the Influencers In the Words of Stephanie Jacobs In the Words of Jackie Du and Monica Xu IV. IT AIN’T ALL ABOUT THE MONEYFINDING MEANING IN EVERYTHING I DO Why I Created a China Doll In the Words of Jenny Chen I Adore Quincy Jones, My Brother from Another Mother An International TV Festival When We Barely Had TV! n the Words of Stephanie Jacobs Ambassador to the Shanghai International Film Festival God’s Gift of Beauty Must Be Used for Good Charity as a Driving Force Paying It Forward The China Institute: Promoting Cultural Exchange for 95 Years V. NAVIGATING TOUGH TIMES Marriage, Love and Business Are All Based on Trust Doing Business in China Ain’t Easy Breaking Down the Pitfalls China’s Media Maze Education in a Changing China What Else You Might Not Know VI. MY RETURN TO PARADISE It's Easy to Feel at Home in Hawaii Blessing the Land In the Words of Cecilia He In the Words of Allan Pollock In the Words of Yuan Dan A New Leaf, More Learning Learning Conservation From the Youngest in My Family Home Again Postscript Appendix: American Chinese Contributors

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Through it all, [Yue-Sai Kan's] passion is at her core. It is the single thread that runs through all her success, and it is what has led her to her lifelong devotion to creating a true understanding of world culture. --Reema bint Bandar Al Saud, Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to the United States

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Yue-Sai Kan, who currently resides in Manhattan, NY, and Honolulu, HI, is an Emmy-winning television host and producer, successful entrepreneur, fashion icon, bestselling author in China, and humanitarian. People magazine called her ""the most famous woman in China” and Time magazine proclaimed her ""the Queen of the Middle Kingdom."" In 1972, Yue-Sai created the weekly television series ""Looking East"", the first of its kind to introduce Asian cultures and customs to American audiences. In 1984, PBS invited Yue-Sai to host the first live broadcast of a television program from China on the occasion of the 35th Anniversary of the People's Republic of China. Two years later, the television series ""One World"" produced and hosted by Yue-Sai aired on China’s national television network CCTV, with a weekly viewership of 400 million. With her broadcast in both China and the United States, she was then the most watched woman in the world!

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