Ted Marr

Ted Marr, an American of Chinese descent deeply connected to his heritage, embarked on a journey of genealogy and historical exploration for 30 years, leading to a remarkable revelation: the family's original 1000-page Genealogy. This meticulously crafted document, over 11 editions during the past 1000 years, painstakingly chronicling the lives of four thousand ancestors, traced his lineage back to Gelolu Uyghur ancestry a millennium ago. Ted's diligent research uncovered illustrious ancestors, including a Southern Song Dynasty prime minister, fueling his determination to breathe life into their stories through a skillfully crafted historical novel entwined with key moments in Chinese history. He employed scrupulous research to immerse readers in the ancient world of China. The genesis of this captivating narrative owes its existence to an extraordinary story—the rescue of the genealogy itself from the brink of destruction by two courageous librarians, Hong and Qui, toiling within the depths of the Tian Yi Ge Library in Ningbo, China. Sheltered from the tumultuous era of the Chinese Cultural Revolution in the 1970s, this precious document safeguards Ted's familial connections and unveils an astonishing link between his ancestors and the vast diaspora of their descendants, including the world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Ted's journey into his family's history took an even more enchanting turn when he undertook the monumental task of translating the genealogy and deciphering the Classical Chinese in which many genealogical treatises were composed. This latest endeavor takes the form of a historical novel, painstakingly weaving the characters from his ancestral lineage with the rich tapestry of Chinese historical events. Drawing upon his thorough research, Ted has fashioned a narrative that immerses readers in the ancient world of China, delving into the lives of these amazing ancestors and in fuse vitality into their experiences with enthralling details. While Ted diligently works on his next installment for the Hundred Beam Bridge series, he continuously pushes the boundaries of innovation by pioneering cutting-edge software, advancing cybersecurity, and shaping the realm of Artificial Intelligence. Ted, a distinguished figure with multiple Doctor and Master's degrees in Physics, Theology, and Business, is an accomplished Silicon Valley Executive and Entrepreneur in IT. He has also imparted knowledge at esteemed universities worldwide, including the University of Virginia, the University of Iowa, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Claremont College, CGST Hong Kong, George Fox University, and Portland State University. Ted Marr's unwavering commitment to his heritage and exceptional academic and business achievements showcase his multifaceted nature. Through his research, writing, and teaching, Ted continues to enrich our understanding of Chinese history while inspiring others to forge connections with their ancestral roots. See Hundred Beam Bridge on Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/100BeamBridge/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/100-beam-bridge Instagram: @HundredBeamBridge