A Gilded Evasion of Grief The recent revelations by Earl Spencer about Prince Charles's tone during their phone call after Diana's death have sparked a rare public response from Buckingham Palace.
The palace's statement, issued in response to claims made in Earl Spencer's book, downplays the seriousness of Charles's alleged insensitivity. However, this attempt to soften the blow misses the point entirely.
Grief can distort one's perception, but it does not excuse or justify callous behavior. The issue at hand is not about the complexities of fraternal grief or the blurring of memories over time.