The testimony of a prince, a people and the promise that unites them.

A powerful narrative between history and destiny

 The Kingdom of Araucania and Patagonia is at the heart of this unique story that traces the journey of Laurent Lafayne, elected Prince of Araucania under the name of Antoine V, the ninth Sovereign of the Kingdom, on May 12, 2025.

 This book tells the story of how a historical discovery - that of being the distant cousin of Antoine de Tounens, founder of the Kingdom in the nineteenth century - aroused a curiosity that turned into commitment and then into destiny. Over the years, research and responsibilities have led the author to appear before the Kingdom Council, which elected him to pursue this lineage and assume full sovereign office.

Immersion in the heart of Wallmapu

The book takes the reader into the heart of Wallmapu, the ancestral territory of the Mapuche people in southern Chile. Prince Antoine V shares the highlights of his immersion:

Traditional ceremonies and sacred rituals.

Essential dialogues with the lonkos (chiefs), the werken (spokesmen) and the machi (spiritual authorities).

Intergenerational meetings revealing the dignity and resilience of a people who are fighting for the recognition of their rights.

Each stage of this journey transforms his understanding of the Kingdom's contemporary role and gives a human, political and spiritual dimension to its mission.

Why read "The Promise"?

This book is not just a travelogue. It is an exploration of identity and a text of transmission that is addressed:

 To those who are passionate about Chile's history and international causes.

 Defenders of indigenous peoples and human rights.

 To those interested in symbolic sovereignty and unique life trajectories.

The book is available in two formats to suit your reading. By choosing the links below, you guarantee your support for the legitimate institution and its charities.

 Paperback format: Ideal for your library (€7.28).

 Kindle format: For immediate reading on all your screens (€3.95).

 A solidarity purchase for the Mapuche people

 Faithful to the humanitarian mission of the Royal Household, this book is a lever for concrete action:

 For every book sold (paper or digital), €1 is donated to the NGO "Order of the South Star" to support its projects for indigenous communities