{"product_id":"9788417318680","title":"I am Cathar 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eI Am Cathar 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this second installment of the series, the reader is immersed in the year 1310, a time when the fate of the Cathars is already sealed. Guilhem de Roché, a Cathar initiate, embarks on a dangerous quest for the sacred place of the pure ones: a labyrinth hidden in the heart of a secret and invisible cathedral. Pursued relentlessly by Bishop Arnaud Gui, the protagonist must overcome a final test through icy paths, ambushes, and mountains filled with sulfurous vapors. This omnibus, which collects three complete episodes, offers an immersive reading experience that combines mysticism, history, and a splendid visual recreation of the medieval universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plot follows Guilhem de Roché, a healer initiated into the Cathar faith, and his companion Gaucelin Pereille, as they are relentlessly pursued by Bishop Arnaud Gui. In their flight, both venture into a hostile landscape of mountains, caves, and sulfurous vapors, where cold and hunger test their endurance. Guilhem's goal is to find the great labyrinth, a sacred and hidden space that represents the last hope of the pure ones. Along the way, the story explores the mysticism and esoteric secrets of the Cathars, offering a little-known view of this religious movement. This omnibus brings together three episodes: \u003cem\u003eThe Great Labyrinth\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Little Labyrinth\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eThe Consummation\u003c\/em\u003e, forming a complete narrative charged with symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReligious persecution and the resistance of the Cathars in the 14th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe esoteric search for a sacred place and the symbolism of the labyrinth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe initiatory journey and the overcoming of physical and spiritual tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe historical recreation of the medieval universe and its conflicts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe mysticism and hidden secrets of the Cathar faith.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in historical graphic novels with a strong esoteric and adventure component. It is ideal for those who enjoy plots of pursuit, mystery, and religious symbolism, as well as for those looking for a detailed visual recreation of the medieval world. It is also recommended for fans of the \u003cem\u003eI Am Cathar\u003c\/em\u003e series who wish to complete the story with this omnibus edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into a little-known historical episode, the fate of the Cathars, from a narrative and visual perspective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA suspenseful and quest-driven plot that combines elements of adventure, mysticism, and symbolism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed artwork by Calore that splendidly recreates the medieval landscape and the atmosphere of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complete experience by including three episodes in a single omnibus volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on faith, resistance, and the meaning of the sacred in a context of persecution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Calore, Alessandro; Makyo, Pierre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ponent Mon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Graphic novels, Graphic novels: true stories and non-fiction, Comics and graphic novels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Ponent Mon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: November 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 168\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 980 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI Am Cathar 2\u003c\/em\u003e is a work that stands out for its ability to combine historical rigor with a narrative of adventure and mysticism. Calore's artwork provides a powerful visual atmosphere that envelops the reader in the medieval world, while Makyo's script develops a plot of pursuit and discovery that maintains interest. This omnibus is attractive both for fans of the series and for those approaching the history of the Cathars for the first time, offering a complete and well-structured experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405697442139,"sku":"9788417318680","price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841731868.jpg?v=1781830296","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417318680","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}