Earl Spencer to publish story of his sister, Princess Diana
Earl Spencer is set to publish a new book about his sister, Princess Diana, aiming to provide his personal perspective on her life and character. He hopes the book will correct misconceptions and offer a truthful account of her legacy.
Why it matters
Princess Diana remains a significant cultural figure, and this book offers a rare, intimate perspective from a close family member ahead of the 30th anniversary of her death.
Image source, PA Media By Noor Nanji Royal correspondent Published 15 minutes ago Earl Spencer is to publish a new book telling the life story of his sister, Diana, Princess of Wales, from his perspective.
Swan Song: Diana, My Sister is due to be released in the UK next month, nearly 30 years after she died.
"I want to speak on Diana's behalf and do so in an openly positive way," Earl Spencer said of his reasons for writing the book.
He added that he hoped it would enable people to understand who she really was: "A one-off, dynamic character, full of love, charisma and self-doubt, who gave life a hell of a go, and left the world a far better place, despite exiting the stage while still so young."
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