{"title":"Weijian Shan","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cstrong\u003eWeijian Shan\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished author and influential figure in the world of finance and investment. Shan's insightful writings draw from his extensive experience in the global financial sector, offering readers a deep dive into complex economic landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Money Games\"\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\"Money Machine\"\u003c\/em\u003e are essential reads for anyone interested in finance and investment. These books unravel the intricate workings of markets and the strategic manoeuvres that drive financial success, providing both novices and seasoned investors with invaluable insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVenturing beyond finance, \u003cem\u003e\"Out of the Gobi\"\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable journey through Shan's own life, categorised as Biography \u0026amp; Memoir. This compelling narrative not only details his personal experiences but also offers a broader perspective on resilience and transformation amidst adversity. As an inspiring tale from the disciplines of Science \u0026amp; Nature and Business \u0026amp; Entrepreneurship, it appeals to a wide range of readers interested in human stories of perseverance and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Weijian Shan's works to gain a clearer understanding of the financial world, while also delving into an extraordinary personal saga that inspires and educates.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"money-games-by-weijian-shan-9781394172573","title":"Money Games","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMoney Games\u003c\/i\u003e is a riveting tale of one of the most successful buyout deals ever: the acquisition and turnaround of what used to be Korea's largest bank by the American firm Newbridge Capital.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull of intrigue and suspense, this insider's account is told by the chief architect of the deal itself, the celebrated author and private equity investor Weijian Shan. With billions of dollars at stake, and the nation's economic future on the line, Newbridge Capital sought to become the first foreign firm in history to take control of one of Korea's most beloved financial institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a proud country still reeling from a humiliating International Monetary Fund bailout in the Asian Financial Crisis, Newbridge Capital had to muster every ounce of skill, determination, and patience to bring the deal to closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShan takes readers inside the battle to win control of the bank—a delicate, often exasperating process that meant balancing the goals of Newbridge with those of the government, bank employees, and Korea's powerful industrial titans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the author describes how Newbridge transformed and rebuilt the struggling bank into a shining example of modern banking—as well as a massively profitable investment. In the secret world of private equity, few buyouts have been written about with such clarity, detail, and insight—and none with such completeness, covering not only the dealmaking but also the transformation and eventual exit of the investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who has ever wondered how private equity investors strike bargains, turn around businesses, and create immense value—or anyone interested in a captivating story of high-stakes money-making—this book is a must-read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833318068460,"sku":"9781394172573","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10265373482684.jpg?v=1758452330"},{"product_id":"money-machine-by-weijian-shan-9781394161201","title":"Money Machine","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn extraordinary tale of an American firm’s astounding success in China\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eMoney Machine: A Trailblazing American Venture in China\u003c\/i\u003e, Weijian Shan delivers a compelling account of one of the most significant deals in private equity history: the first and only foreign acquisition of control of a Chinese national bank. \u003ci\u003eMoney Machine\u003c\/i\u003e is the fascinating inside story of the transaction as told by the man who led it, from the intrigues of deal-making to the complex and uncharted process of securing control by a foreign investor of a Chinese nationwide financial institution, a feat that had never before been attempted, nor has it been repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShan also describes the astonishingly successful turnaround of the institution under the control of the American firm: the clash of cultures, the growth to strength and profitability, and ultimately, the extraordinarily profitable exit from the investment. In the process, he reveals new insights into how finance operates in China’s capital system and how private equity firms can add real value to companies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will also find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA peek behind the curtain of a process usually shrouded in secrecy: private equity dealmaking and moneymaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe complex negotiations between American private equity executives and Chinese regulators to implement a series of unprecedented changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe riveting details of the challenges that had to be overcome to return the bank to growth and profitability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional firsthand account of truly singular deal-making and money-making, \u003ci\u003eMoney Machine\u003c\/i\u003e will be of interest to investment bankers, investors, financial analysts and anyone who appreciates a suspenseful, true-life story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854685065452,"sku":"9781394161201","price":66.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781394161201.jpg?v=1759252007"},{"product_id":"out-of-the-gobi-by-weijian-shan-9781394172580","title":"Out of the Gobi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForeword by Janet Yellen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeijian Shan's \u003ci\u003eOut of the Gobi\u003c\/i\u003e is a powerful memoir and commentary that is poised to become one of the most important books on China of our time. It holds the potential to reshape how Americans view China and how the Chinese perceive life in America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShan, a former hard labourer who is now one of Asia's best-known financiers, offers an observant, eloquent, and brutally honest narrative. This positions him perfectly to tell the story of a life that reflects modern China, and how that life improbably became intertwined with America. \u003ci\u003eOut of the Gobi\u003c\/i\u003e vividly portrays the raw human energy and determination to succeed against all odds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShan had only completed elementary school when Mao Zedong's Cultural Revolution fragmented his country. He witnessed the brutality and absurdity of Mao's policies during one of the most tumultuous periods in China's history. Exiled to the Gobi Desert at age 15 and denied formal education for 10 years, he endured numerous hardships, yet never abandoned his dream of obtaining an education. Shan's improbable journey, from the Gobi to the \"People's Republic of Berkeley\" and beyond, embodies a uniquely American success story—told with humour, deep insight, and rich detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis authoritative and personal perspective on China and America will influence Americans' views of China, humanising the country, while offering a rare perspective of America from the vantage point of a perceptive foreign observer who has lived the American dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJanet Yellen, former chair of the Federal Reserve, comments: \"Shan's life exemplifies what is possible when China and the United States converge, even by happenstance. 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He was a witness to the brutality and absurdity of Mao's policies during one of the most tumultuous eras in China's history. Exiled to the Gobi Desert at age 15 and denied schooling for 10 years, he endured untold hardships without ever giving up his dream for an education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShan's improbable journey, from the Gobi to the \"People's Republic of Berkeley\" and far beyond, is a uniquely American success story—told with a splash of humour, deep insight, and rich, engaging detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis powerful and personal perspective on China and America will inform Americans' view of China, humanising the country, while providing a rare view of America from the perspective of a keen foreign observer who lived the American dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSays former Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen: \"Shan's life provides a demonstration of what is possible when China and the United States come together, even by happenstance. 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