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- **Title:** Daughters of the Sun: Empresses, Queens and Begums of the Mughal Empire
- **Author:** Ira Mukhoty
- **ISBN:** 9789386021120
- **Genre:** Biographies & Autobiographies
- **Publication:** Aleph Book
- **Format:** Hardback
- **Pages:** 276 pages
- **Language:** English
**Description:**
"Daughters of the Sun: Empresses, Queens and Begums of the Mughal Empire" by Ira Mukhoty is a captivating exploration of the remarkable women who played pivotal roles in the Mughal Empire, one of the world's most opulent and grand dynasties.
When Babur, the Timurid warrior-scholar, entered Hindustan in 1526, he was accompanied by a caravan of wives, sisters, daughters, aunts, and other female relatives. These women, often overshadowed by their male counterparts, played essential roles in the establishment and governance of the Mughal Empire that would rule India for two centuries.
By the seventeenth century, the Mughal Empire had become one of the world's largest and wealthiest empires. The book sheds light on the lives and contributions of Mughal women, including their involvement in diplomacy, monument building, trade, and arts. Some even rode into battle with their male counterparts, wrote biographies, and patronized various art forms.
The book introduces readers to remarkable women like Khanzada Begum, who undertook a daring journey on horseback to negotiate on behalf of her nephew, Humayun. It also explores the unique perspective of Gulbadan Begum, who provided valuable insights into the Mughal harem and chronicled the reigns of three emperors—Babur, Humayun, and Akbar. Additionally, it delves into the influence of Akbar's milk mothers, Jiji Anaga and Maham Anaga, who played a pivotal role in his upbringing.
The narrative also covers Noor Jahan, known as the "Light of the World," who became Jahangir's favorite wife and left her own indelible legacy, and Begum Sahib (Princess of Princesses) Jahanara, who was immensely wealthy and a patron of the arts.
"Illuminating and gripping," "Daughters of the Sun" is the first attempt to chronicle the significant roles played by these Mughal women in shaping one of the world's most magnificent dynasties. It provides a fresh perspective on the history of the Mughal Empire, highlighting the strength, influence, and contributions of its female members.
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