The 'princely' price of fame: Class war, the royal soap opera - St. Andrews, brace yourself.(Opinion)

From: The Christian Science Monitor | Date: August 30, 2000 | Copyright information

A few weeks ago, the world discovered St. Andrews. OK, the place has been known for a long time among those who worship golf. But the town and the university have not always shared the renown enjoyed by the hallowed links.

Then along came Prince William, heir to the throne, who recently announced his intention to attend the university. Suddenly, journalists from around the world are eager for any new angle on the story.

Though St. Andrews is the third-oldest university in Britain and an institution of immense academic standing, it has taken an 18-year-old prince to ...

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