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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.
- About the Author: 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.
- 350 Pages
- Biography + Autobiography, Cultural, Ethnic & Regional
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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.
Review Quotes
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
About the Author
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!