King Frederik X Publishes Book Days into Reign
Queen Mary, first Australian-born European queen, praised for fashion choices as international congratulations pour in.
- King Frederik X of Denmark has published a book titled 'The King's Word' three days into his reign, surprising the Danish public.
- The book, written with Jens Andersen, is based on interviews conducted over the last year-and-a-half and discusses topics including Denmark's place in the world and Frederik's relationship with his wife, Queen Mary.
- Frederik was crowned king after his mother, Margrethe II, abdicated on New Year's Eve.
- Queen Mary, the first Australian-born person to become the Queen of a European monarchy, has been praised for her fashion choices during the proclamation.
- King Charles of Britain has sent a note of congratulations to the new Danish King and Queen, expressing his eagerness to work with them on issues of mutual concern.