Aa recovered alcoholics anonymous aa11 19,825 views. All ten have now passed away of natural causes, having maintained complete sobriety. The text of alcoholics anonymous the first edition stories the second edition stories the original manuscript changes made to the manuscript. The personal stories of the cofounders of aa are special to. Since the third edition was published in 1976, worldwide membership of a. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. Editions of alcoholics anonymous by alcoholics anonymous. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism is often referred to in alcoholics anonymous meetings aa as the big book. Because this book has become the basic text for our society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic men and women to recovery, there exists a sentiment.
Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. Thus it ranks high on the list of bestselling books ever. The second edition, published in 1955, reached a total of more than 1,150,500 copies. This is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Bobs nightmare 171 171 window of opportunity 421 aa number three 182 182 he had to be shown 193 he thought he could drink like a gentlemen. The longawaited fourth edition features 24 new personal stories of recovery. 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 disease. Alcoholics anonymous also known as the big book in recovery circles sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease.
The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. January 1968 aa grapevine big book stories updated 4 of 5 this is the fourth article in the grapevine s series by authors of the personal histories in the big book, alcoholics anonymous. The story began shortly after jerry was getting sober and his sponsor had him read the big book, and as he read it he came upon this passage on page 114 in the third edition. The second edition of alcoholics anonymous big book is published in 1955 and. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. The book is published by alcoholics anonymous world services.
A collectable copy of the sixth printing 1963 of the second edition of the aa big book. The first edition big book stories barefoots world. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. If you would like to become a member, please send a blank email to. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism audible. A collectible copy of the seventh printing 1965 of the second edition of the aa big book. The big book was originally published in 1939 by aa founders bill w. Sixteen years have elapsed between our first printing of this book and the presentation of 1955 of our second edition. Here is another example of a common misconception spread by wordofmouth.
The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholismb1. The text got this name because the first edition of the book had rather thick pages, making the book even thicker than its content would suggest. Xx, and aa is composed of nearly 6000 groups 1955 p. The second edition of the seminal work of alcoholics anonymous, the big book, was released in 1955 and continues to be extremely influential in the lives of so many addicts. Original manuscript which went out to the fellowship a few months prior to the publication of the big book. Aa big book workshop, taking the 12 steps as done in the 1940s duration. Alcoholics anonymous second edition, first printing 1955 big book inscribed by bill wilson. Alcoholics anonymousthe big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. By the time the second edition appeared in 1955, membership had reached over 150,000, and the big book, a. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Bobs story has appeared in every edition of the big book as the first of the stories, as has bill ws story in chapter 1 of the first 164 pages. The most recent change in alcoholics anonymous which people should be aware of is the inclusion of the story,tightrope in the fourth edition of the big book. The description says 2nd edition big book, not the same 164 pages and the same forewords that are in the 3rd and 4th editions.
The second edition 1955 consisted of 1,150,000 copies. Call 419 5635905 or email abookman for more information, order a big book, or to sell your books. The big book was originally published in 1939 by bill w. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism kindle edition by w. Part i pioneers of aa acceptance was the answer previously doctor, alcoholic, addict 439 407 dr. Alcoholics anonymous big book 1st edition reproduction 1939 alcoholism aa steps. The 25 millionth copy of the big book was published in 2005, so currently over a 1 million copies of the book, alcoholics anonymous, are sold each year.
The preface and foreword describe the history of the big book and its role in the alcoholics anonymous program. There has been a series of reprints and revisions, as well as. This is a list of the big book personal story authors, and either where they got sober or where they were from. The first edition appeared in april 1939, and in the following sixteen years, more than 300,000 copies went into circulation. In that brief space, alcoholics anonymous has mushroomed into nearly 6,000 groups. Find great deals on ebay for alcoholics anonymous first edition big book. Alcoholics anonymous, big book by aa world services, bill. Staining on bottom edges of pages,and discoloration on front cover.
The text and page numbers are the same in both the 3rd edition and 4th edition of the big book. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book. Alcoholics anonymous big book 2nd edition audiobook by. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, find first, second, third, fourth and international editions. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Big book personal stories part ii alcoholics anonymous. Already, continues the early text twos and threes and. It was my third time in this town, so i headed straight for my favorite bar. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism by bill w. Details about alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition 2nd printing 1955 original dj aa big book. The fourth edition of the big book includes four major sections.
Biographies of the authors of the stories in the big book last names are included only of deceased members the short biographies of the various authors of the stories in the back of the book. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, first second. Aa big book aa big book taghere the foundation progress and principles washington temperance society of baltimore the missionary spirit alcoholism recovery 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. The big book friends is an informal discussion group where men and women interested in the big book of alcoholics anonymous daily discuss the pages of the big book. You can use any of our indexes with either edition.
I wanted a 2nd edition aa big book to read the different stories in the back. Alcoholics anonymous second edition, first printing 1955 big book. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism audible audiobook unabridged bill w. Nine of the stories in part ii they stopped in time were carried over from the second edition. More than 300,000 copies of the first edition are now in circulation. Society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic. Together they founded the alcoholics anonymous aa fellowship. Fourth edition 2001 of the aa big book, basic text of alcoholics anonymous. This is the second edition of the book alcoholics anonymous, which made its first appearance in april 1939.
Personal stories, relatedness, attendance and affiliation by stephen strobbe chair. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism recovery essays. A seventh printing sold for 2,750 several years ago but you are unlikely to find that printing as cheap as that again. Alcoholics anonymous the big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Thats the way my drinking began, as a way to make the pain go away. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism. With publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition. Key features and benefits the most widely used resource for millions of individuals in recovery contains full, original text describing aa program updated with 24 new personal stories. Several more expensive copies are available via abebooks. Mar 01, 20 the first edition went through 16 printings before the publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition in 1976, and a more recent fourth edition in 2001. Alcoholics anonymous big book 1955 second editions, first. Aa big book aa big book taghere the foundation progress and principles second edition big book stories big book alcoholism recovery 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of. Big book personal stories part iii they lost nearly all pp. His is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous.
Aa big book aa big book taghere the foundation progress and principles washington temperance society of baltimore the missionary spirit alcoholism recovery 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy. Aa sonoma county intergroup fellowship alcoholics anonymous. This is the most modern audio version of the alcoholics anonymous big book. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. Alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition 2nd printing 1955. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. All the indexes we publish are for the 1st 164 pages the main text. The big book serves as the foundation for the alcoholics anonymous 12step program. Big book stories 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. My involvement dates from 1976 which is nearly 30 years now. With publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition in 1976.
Aa big book aa big book taghere the foundation progress and principles second edition big book stories big book alcoholism recovery 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. Alcoholics anonymous paperbk first edition 25 personal stories big book 1939 aa. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism audiobook written by bill w narrated by kevin coan. Alcoholics anonymousthe big bookhas served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Narcotics, addiction, recovery, alcoholics, twelve steps, anonymous groups, thirteenth step, lions, tigers, and bears alcoholics. Biographies of the authors of the stories in the big book. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. The essential recovery text has remained the same while personal stories have been added to reflect the growing and diverse fellowship with the fourth edition featuring 24 new.
The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. A publication of stories dropped from the first, second and third editions of the big book, alcoholics anonymous, be developed, and a progress report be brought to the 1998 conference literature committee. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, first second third. Alcoholics anonymous big book large printb16 paperback published june 1st 1991 by alcoholics anonymous world services paperback, 573 pages. Oct 31, 2002 buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. Big book personal stories part ii they stopped in time. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism at. Silkworth the great physician aa anonymity statement anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions. Outlining the steps and traditions that make aa famous, as well as numerous stories about recovering addicts who have been through the process, the big book has helped guide millions into a life of sobriety. Jun 03, 2015 this was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aas founders before the first edition was printed. This fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous came off press in november 2001, at the start of a new millennium. Foreword to the second edition pg xx of alcoholics who came to a.
Alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition 7th printing 1965. Second edition of the big book is published in 1955. Bob and the nine men and women who here tell their stories were among the early members of a. Stories in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Here i met a barmaid who drank like a fish and was as mean a woman as i had ever seen. First published in 1939, alcoholics anonymous sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories. Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Why dont you go home and get the big book and open it at.
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