About the author
Andrew Phillip Smith writes on the history and beliefs of dissident and mystical Christian movements. The Lost Teachings of the Cathars examines the medieval dualist movement and its suppression by the Inquisition, tracing how it has since been reimagined in popular fiction by writers such as Dan Brown and Kate Mosse. The Secret History of the Gnostics covers the scriptures, practices, and modern revival of Gnosticism, a tradition that has likewise fed into contemporary fiction and popular spirituality. Both books, published by Watkins Publishing in 2015, combine historical research with attention to how these movements are received today, aimed at readers with an interest in early Christian heresies, esoteric history, and the medieval Cathar and Gnostic traditions rather than at specialists alone.
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“Smith provides a compelling plunge into Catharism's heart, meticulously unpacking origins and divine understanding without relying on popular fiction's shadows. However, readers expecting purely mystical or devotional content may…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Lost Teachings of the Cathars: Their Beliefs and Practices
“Smith delivers a comprehensive overview of Gnostic traditions, effectively tracing their suppression and resurgence. The narrative is engaging for those interested in the historical interplay between mysticism and institutional…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Secret History of the Gnostics: Their Scriptures, Beliefs and Traditions
