April 12, 2024
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (1946) 1ST EDITION, 10TH PRINTING, BILL W. AA BIG BLUE BOOK
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUSThe Story of How Many Thousands of Men and WomenHave Recovered from AlcoholismALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS PUBLISHING NEW YORK CITY 1946Stated Tenth Printing, August, 1946. Navy full cloth boards, embossed cover titles w/gilt spine titles, lt. shelf wear, rub. Pages fine, no writing. Bind solid; hinges intact. Facsimile dj of original tenth printing, fine; protected in clear sleeve. Classic red and yellow striped jacket design w/tenth printing stated on spine; somewhat short as the original. Very attractive.In 1938, after about 100 alcoholics in Akron and New York had become sober, the fellowship decided to promote its program of recovery through the publication of a book, for which Bill Wilson (Bill W.) was chosen as primary author. The book was given the title Alcoholics Anonymous and included the list of suggested activities for spiritual growth known as the Twelve Steps. The movement itself took on the name of the book. The Big Book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. First published in 1939, Alcoholics Anonymous sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the dis-ease. Large 6" x 8 1/2" design. 400 pages. Insured post.
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