New book reveals insights into the Norwegian Royal Court

Journalists Ulf André Andersen and Frode Hansen are set to release a new documentary book titled ‘Hoffet – På innsiden av Slottet’ (The Court – Inside the Palace) on November 13. The publication aims to provide an inside look at the Norwegian Royal House, focusing on the people surrounding King Harald V, including advisors, court leaders, bodyguards, and confidants.

According to publisher Gyldendal, the book utilizes extensive source material to uncover previously unknown stories regarding King Harald’s 35-year reign. It explores power struggles, crises behind palace walls, and the modernization of the court, as well as the evolving relationship between the King and Crown Prince Haakon.

While the book was not written with the cooperation of the Royal House, the authors intend to use anonymous sources to detail the informal networks and professional shifts within the institution. This follows previous debates at Gyldendal regarding the use of anonymous sources in non-fiction works.