The Duke of Sussex’s autobiography, Spare, has become the fastest-selling non-fiction book of all time, says its publisher Penguin Random House. The controversial book penned by the fifth in line to the throne has sold some 400,000 copies across ebook, audio and hardback formats since its release on Tuesday.
That is just 24 hours after it hit the bookshelves. But Prince Harry’s actions, from starring in the Harry & Meghan Netflix series, to his recent round of media interviews, and penning his book, continue to divide public opinion.
The Duke is just the latest royal to harness the power of the media to get his story across, and he won’t be the last. His parents also turned to the media in what was dubbed as 'The War of the Waleses' during their divorce nearly three decades ago.
