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About The Book: An Account of My Life (Gohur-i-ikbal) by Sultan Jahan Begam, translated by C. H. Payne, is an autobiographical account of the life of Sultan Jahan Begam, the daughter of Emperor Shah Jahan and sister of Aurangzeb. The memoir provides a rare glimpse into the personal experiences, cultural insights, and political dynamics of the Mughal court. Sultan Jahan Begam reflects on her childhood, her family, and her role within the royal palace. The narrative highlights her intellectual depth, resilience, and her unique position in the imperial family during a transformative period in Mughal history. About The Author: Sultan Jahan (1858–1930) was the ruling Begum of Bhopal from 1901 to 1926. The daughter of Nawab Begum Sultan Shah Jahan, she became heiress in 1868 and succeeded her mother as Nawab Begum upon her mother's death.About The Translator: Christopher Harrison Payne (1845–1925) was a prominent religious, educational, and political leader. He translated An Account of My Life (Gohur-i-Ikbal), the memoir of Sultan Jahan Begam, the ex-ruler of Bhopal, offering insights into her life and reign. The Title 'An Account of My Life (Gohur-i-ikbal) written/authored/edited by Sultan Jahan Begam, Translator: C. H. Payne', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369207060 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 504 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.