The author of the Time magazine feature has clarified that the quote about Prince Charles viewing the throne as a “prison” was taken out of context.
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales is seen during a reception to celebrate the 21st anniversary of Duchy originals products at Clarence House on September 11, 2013 in London, England.
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In Time magazine's profile of Prince Charles, it was reported one of the heir's "aide" had revealed that the Prince of Wales fears a "form of prison monarchy."
Time spoke to 50 different people close to Prince Charles for the feature, and it was reported the featured described him as "joylessly" taking on royal duties and far from "itching to assume the crown." It was also said he was trying to get as much done before "the prison shades" close.
There was a bit of a media storm surrounding the quote.
