Sword Pointed at the Six Kingdoms: The Biography of Wang Jian
Wang Jian was a key general in Qin Shi Huang's unification of the six kingdoms and is ranked alongside Bai Qi as one of the Four Great Generals of the Warring States period. He conquered Zhao, Yan, and Chu, and was particularly renowned for his campaign against Chu, in which he led 600,000 troops to capture Chu's capital, Shouchun. Wang Jian was a cautious and steady commander, skilled in political strategy. After achieving success, he wisely retired at the height of his power and lived out his days in peace.