{"product_id":"my-life-in-china-and-america-paperback","title":"My Life in China and America - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eYung Wing\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe life story of the Chinese diplomat and educational pioneer who bridged the gap between east and western cultures to affect social and political change.\u003c\/b\u003e Yung Wing's influence is felt throughout modern history and remains a crucial part of U.S. and Chinese relations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe first edition of \u003ci\u003eMy Life in China and America\u003c\/i\u003e was published in 1909. Initially written in English, Yung Wing explores his humble beginnings in a small village in his native country. He discusses the move from China to America where he received a formal education. This would lead to his history-making stint at Yale University, where he became the first Chinese person to graduate from an American institution. His professional career is full of notable feats including trailblazing business deals between the U.S. and China. Wing also spearheaded the Chinese Educational Mission, which sent more than 100 students to America to study science and engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMy Life in China and America\u003c\/i\u003e brings Yung Wing's incredible story to the masses. It's a real-life tale of tragedy and triumph that speaks to the resilience of the human spirit. It's a critical piece of Chinese and American history that should be taught and valued.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003e My Life in China and America\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn autobiography of a groundbreaking Chinese scholar, diplomat and businessman. \u003ci\u003eMy Life in China and America\u003c\/i\u003e, by \u003cb\u003eYung Wing\u003c\/b\u003e, is a revealing self-portrait of one of modern history's unsung heroes. Wing details his origin story littered with personal and professional obstacles. He made a lasting impact that evoked future progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.28 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 24, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46566659784889,"sku":"9781513278612","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/4309\/4713\/files\/V3FwTjZUd3M2UDloQ3NXMm1LcmNMQT09.webp?v=1772759121","url":"https:\/\/thoobo.com\/products\/my-life-in-china-and-america-paperback","provider":"Thoobo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}