As Equals

In this wonderfully detailed narrative, Daryl Yeap brings us the fascinating story of Hui-lan, Ida and Lucy, daughters and wife of Asia's richest man at the turn of the 20th century Oei Tiong-ham. Flying planes, managing Asia's richest estate and charming the West with their sense of style and sophistication at a time when bound feet, matchmaking and subservience were in vogue the three women punctured through cultural stereotypes and challenged the ideals of womanhood. In doing so, they paved the way for millions to follow. Written in a distinct style, the book is revealing, holding surprises even for those familiar with their stories.

Contents:

• Meteor-Heavenly Orchid
• Rockefeller of the East
• A Privileged Upbringing
• Foreign Orientals
• The Go-To Guy
• 'Westernisation'
• Is the East so far Apart from the West?
• Dutch vs. British
• Taboo
• The Yellow Peril
• Birthplace of the Most Recognisable Chinese
• The Great Cabang Atas Tree
• Mesdames Oei Tiong-ham The Wives
• Lucy
• Dollar Princesses
• An Educated Woman
• A Question of Domicile
• To Congenial Climes
• Singapore
• May Fourth Movement
• Marital Melodrama
• The Career Diplomat
• A Proposal
• Paris Courtship
• China
• Farewell To The Sugar King
• Asia's Largest Estate
• Femme Sole
• Matriarch
• Ida
• An Arranged Marriage
• When Two Poles Apart
• Forbidden Romances
• A Modern Woman
• Accounts Of Hui-Lan's Life
• A Difficile Lady
• Wealth & Style
• Madame Ambassadress

Readership: Social historians and general readers who are interested in Malaysia's history and the history of the Straits Chinese community.

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