"Swan Song": Charles Spencer's Book About Princess Diana – Palace Rejects Allegations

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Charles Spencer, Princess Diana's brother, has written a book about his sister – and it is already making waves before its release. The title: "Swan Song".

As reported by Tagesschau (author: Lisa-Maria Röhling), Spencer makes serious allegations in the book against the current king – against his own nephew. What makes the publication special: Buckingham Palace is reportedly responding with unusual clarity.

What has emerged so far from the Tagesschau report – here is the overview.

What is "Swan Song" about?

With "Swan Song", Charles Spencer publishes a book about his sister, Princess Diana – often called "Lady Di" in the tabloid press. According to Tagesschau, he takes up his view of his sister's life and surroundings and directs serious allegations straight at the current King Charles III.

How is Buckingham Palace responding?

Buckingham Palace usually responds briefly or not at all to royal publications from the immediate family circle. This time the reaction is different: According to Tagesschau, the Palace rejects the allegations made in "Swan Song" with unusual clarity – in Tagesschau's reading, a deliberate distancing.

Why the response is so significant

Charles Spencer belongs to the innermost circle of the royal family. As Princess Diana's brother, he has a particular voice when it comes to his sister's memory. Publications from this circle receive especially close attention in the British public – all the more so when they concern the current monarch.

The title "Swan Song" translates literally as "Schwanengesang" (swan song).