Courtiers: The inside story of the Palace power struggles from the Royal correspondent who revealed the bullying allegations

Valentine Low's book "Courtiers" provides an insightful look into the inner workings of the British monarchy and the role of courtiers in guiding the royal family. The book explores the complex relationship between modern courtiers and royal principals, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities of their role at a pivotal moment in the monarchy's history.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2022
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

The Times' captivating article provides a tantalising glimpse into the inner workings of the Royal family. Valentine Low's conclusion is a valuable one, shedding light on the complex dynamics that govern this iconic institution.

The Telegraph's gripping account of how the Royal family operates, penned by the esteemed Royal correspondent for The Times, offers a profound insight into the inner workings of this esteemed family. Valentine Low poses thought-provoking questions about who truly runs the show and what lies ahead as Charles III embarks on his reign.

Throughout history, the British monarchy has relied on its courtiers, the trusted advisers in the King or Queen's inner circle, to ensure its survival as a family, an ancient institution, and a pillar of the constitution. Today, as ever, a vast team of people hidden from view steers the royal family's path between public duty and private life.

Queen Elizabeth II, after a remarkable 70 years of service, witnessed the final seasons of her reign without her husband Philip by her side. Meanwhile, newly ascended Charles seeks to define what his future as King, and that of his court, will be.

The question of who is entrusted to guide the royals has never been more vital, and yet the task those courtiers face has never been more challenging. With a cloud hanging over Prince Andrew, as well as Harry and Meghan's departure from royal life, the complex relationship between modern courtiers and royal principals has been exposed to global scrutiny. As the new Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Kate, equipped with a very 21st-century approach to press and public relations, now hold the responsibility of making an ancient institution relevant for the decades to come.

Courtiers unveils an ever-changing system of complex characters, shifting values, and ideas about what the future of the institution should be. This is the story of how the monarchy really works, at a pivotal moment in its history.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472290908