Liu Bang rose from commoner to emperor, ushering in an era of common-born generals and ministers in Chinese history. He put an end to the notion that noble blood determined one's worth and made the legend of "Can it be that only those born to royalty can become kings and generals?" a reality. He became a shining example, inspiring ordinary people, especially those from humble backgrounds, to strive and achieve success. This book details Liu Bang's life and major deeds, grounding itself in historical sources and following a timeline and key figures, while using the style of a novel to present a sweeping portrait of his life.