The Lost Teachings of the Cathars: Their Beliefs and Practices (A Detailed Guide to the Cathar Religion)

I found this book to be both fascinating and easy to read. There are very few books that actually tell you what the Cathars believed; most books focus on their tragic persecution and extinction. I am puzzled by those people who think that they are modern day Cathars. The Cathars believed that the world and everything in it was evil and no good. It is not surprising that the Cathars left no art or music or anything else material as all matter was corrupt. I don't think you could build a great civilisation on such negative beliefs about the world. If you are interested by the Cathars, do read this book.

A reaonably good overview of the history of the Cathars. In terms of 'lost teachings ' not much is really known, but the author does as good job in bringing out what is known of this fascinating medieval religious movement

Andrew Phillip Smith tells the evocative story of The Cathars in Occitane with an acquired knowledge and an innate insight.

excellent product, item arrived on time

I like this book and am glad I bought it. It makes the Cathar religion more comprehensible without taking away the sense of mystery. Fascinating.

I enjoyed reading this. I've read several books on the Cathars, this one is believable. Well written and researched, Recommended.

very informatve and ibteresting

Founds it vague and long winded