If the title of this book were "McBrienism," I would rate it with two stars, because at the very least it would be what it claims to be. But "Catholicism"? No.I purchased this book long ago when I was a teenager eager to learn about the Catholic faith, only to discover later that I had purchased an expensive book on McBrienism, instead.Save your money, or spend it wisely by browsing the recommendations on traditional Catholic blogs and other Web sites. Then you will learn about Catholicism.