Prince William, the Prince of Wales, is reportedly eager to ascend to the throne and has been accused of sidelining his father, King Charles III's environmental initiatives, according to revelations in Omid Scobie's new book, "Endgame." The book, a follow-up to the 2020 bestseller "Finding Freedom," delves into the dynamics within the British royal family following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Scobie, a prominent royal biographer, paints a picture of Prince William as someone dismissive of his father's lifelong environmental advocacy, especially concerning the Earthshot Prize awards. "William acted as if Charles's passion did not exist," Scobie writes, highlighting an apparent rift between the father and son over environmental causes. King Charles III, long recognized for his environmentalism since the early 1970s, reportedly felt sidelined in the Earthshot Prize initiative, a project founded by Prince William in 2020 to promote environmental solutions.
The book suggests that Prince William is focused on shaping his future reign, with Scobie stating, "The Prince of Wales can't wait to ascend the throne, and a real impatience is created around him." This portrayal contrasts sharply with the public image of a harmonious royal family.
"Endgame" also explores the strained relationships among the royal family members, particularly on the day of Queen Elizabeth II's passing. Scobie details a phone conversation between Prince Charles and Prince Harry, where Charles instructed Harry to urgently come to Scotland. The book recounts a lack of communication between Harry and his brother William regarding travel arrangements to Scotland, underscoring the deep fissures within the family.
The serialization of the book in Paris Match reveals insights into Prince William's alleged disregard for his father's environmental efforts. According to Scobie, William's decision to act independently in environmental advocacy was seen as a dismissal of his father's long-standing commitment to the cause.
The book's upcoming release is expected to cast a new light on the internal workings of the royal family, particularly in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death and the ascension of King Charles III. As Prince William continues to shape his public role and future as the king, "Endgame" provides a critical examination of his relationship with his father and his approach to royal responsibilities.
As the royal family navigates these revelations, the book is poised to add to the ongoing conversation about the monarchy's evolution and the challenges facing its members in a rapidly changing world.
