The Bourbons and Begums of Bhopal: The Forgotten History

Book Details

• Author: Indira Iyengar

• Brand: Niyogi Books Private Limited

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 236

• Release Date: 09-04-2018

• EAN: 9789386906380

• Package Dimensions: 13.9 x 8.9 x 0.7 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book

The Bourbons of Bhopal offers a historical account with a personal touch, chronicling the fascinating journey of Magdaline Bourbon's family. Magdaline was a descendant of Jean Philippe de Bourbon, who arrived in India in the 1560s and was appointed a senior official at the Mughal court of Emperor Akbar in Delhi. Known as the Raja of Shergarh, Jean Philippe was believed to be a member of the Bourbon royal family of France and went on to establish a dynasty in India.

In the late 1700s, the Bourbon family moved to Bhopal, where they played a crucial role in supporting the ruling Begums of the state. The Bourbons' bravery, administrative acumen, and counsel contributed significantly to Bhopal’s development, and their legacy still resonates in the region today. The book also sheds light on the harmonious coexistence of different communities in Bhopal under the Begums' rule—a memory of historical significance.

Written by Indira Iyengar, Magdaline's daughter, the book reflects on a romantic and adventurous era, recording memories and offering insight into the lives of a remarkable family and their influence on Bhopal's history.