Alcoholics anonymous new books abookman, a book man. The text and page numbers are the same in both the 3rd edition and 4th edition of the big book. The longawaited fourth edition features 24 new personal stories of recovery. The original text, written by program founder bill wilson, has been the aa bible for for over 70 years. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. The forward to printings of the aa big book, preceding the third edition, provide the reader with a sense of the changes that have occurred, since the beginning of aa. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. This is a link to the complete 4 th edition of the aa bigbook online. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition softcover big book softcover, 7 x 4 12 item. Hard cover reproduction of the first printing of the first edition of alcoholics anonymous. The text of this document, original manuscript, was left just as it originally appeared in 1938. Big book changes 1st edition and following printings big book changes the big book alcoholics anonymous changes to the first edition and following editions. Oct 31, 2002 buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover as of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny.
This is the second edition of the book alcoholics anonymous, which made its first appearance in april 1939. Questions and answers from the alcoholics anonymous big book. 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. Call 419 5635905 or email abookman for more information, order a big book, or to sell your books. Originally published in 1939 by author and aa cofounder william g. Alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition 1955 1st printing. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism is the primary basis for alcoholics anonymous, or aa. This was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aas founders before the first edition was printed.
The first edition appeared in april 1939, and in the following sixteen years, more than 300,000 copies went into circulation. The first 164 pages of the big book, alcoholics anonymous, the preface, the forewords, the doctors opinion, dr. The large print fourth edition of alcoholics anonymouse, affectionately known as the big book, includes twentyfour new stories and continues to pass on aas message of hope and recovery to millions. Many thousands have benefited from the big book and its simple but profound explanation of the doctrines behind alcoholics anonymous, which was founded in 1935 by bill wilson and dr.
By the anonymous press 2009, paperback, mini edition. This is a reprint of the first big book of aa, i am so happy and grateful to be able to read the big book as it was first. Previous owners sticker on top left inside board, gift inscription. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism generally known as the big book because of the thickness of the paper used in the first edition is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, primarily written by william g. Alcoholics anonymous paperbk first edition 25 personal. This is the third edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Firefly sells new and used books through our store front. Sexism increases drinking for men and women alcoholics anonymous publishes a sexist book meant to teach both men and women how to work the aa 12 step program. The fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known as the big book, includes twentyfour new stories and continues to pass on aas message of hope and recovery to millions. We try to add a detailed description to as many titles as possible. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. A draft fourth edition of the big book, alcoholics anonymous be developed and a progress report be brought to the 1998 conference literature committee, keeping in mind the 1995 advisory action that. Here is a pdf version of the first 164 pages found in all aa books.
Alcoholics anonymous first edition, fifteenth printing 1954 big book. The big book is one of the bestselling books of all time, with over 30 million copies in print. 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. Alcoholics anonymousthe big bookhas served as a lifeline to millions worldwide.
The book is published by alcoholics anonymous world services. Aa books, aa literature, and aa pamphlets are just a few of the many items available for aa groups. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. The numbering of the 2nd reference is from the 2nd through the 4th editions which hasnt changed over the years. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and. By the time the second edition appeared in 1955, membership had reached over 150,000, and the big book, a. Aa big book pdf read aa books online 12 step store. Its one of the 20th centurys most significant books and early copies are treasured by numerous collectors. Below are copies in various formats of the big book. Alcoholics anonymous big book 1st edition 8th printing for. Detailsfourth edition 2001 of the big book, basic text of a. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. At this early part of the 21st century, membership in aa continues to grow, and a fourth edition will undoubtedly continue that trend. Alcoholics anonymous big book large printb16 paperback published june 1st 1991 by alcoholics anonymous world services paperback, 573 pages.
You can use any of our indexes with either edition. Book 41 spanish aa big book standard hardback price. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. The big book was originally published in 1939 by aa founders bill w. Show less the fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in aa during the early years of the 21st century. Thats the way my drinking began, as a way to make the pain go away. Alcoholics anonymous new books abookman, a book man, book. Nicknamed the big book by the early aa members for its thick paper and wide margins, the books history began in 1934 when bill wilson, an alcoholic stockbroker who had found sobriety, decided to help other drunks in new york. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition alcoholics anonymous.
The second edition, published in 1955, reached a total of more than 1,150,500 copies. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. Strong 100% gold gild, has black marks on insides of front and back boards, no other writing or marks to pages. The ez big book of alcoholics anonymous is a paragraphbyparagraph translation of the original aa big book published in the 1930s. The big book bb notations are to page and paragraph, as in 64. That was a time when a handful of alcoholics discovered a solution to their seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Each 1st reference given in red is from the first edition. Compared to the original this reproduction has the same content and appearance but is not as thick. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book.
Portable, softcover, unabridged fourth edition, 4 12 x 7. Front cover has light demarkation at bottom right corner possibly where a sticker would have been removed. Known as the big book, it is in its fourth edition and is widely circulated through out the world. Alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition kindle edition by inc. Buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, eighth printing 1945 big book, small war time publishing. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. Fourth edition 2001 of the big book, basic text of a. Alcoholics anonymous first edition fourth printing big. Ez big book of alcoholics anonymous by anonymous alcoholic. 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. His is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Using a book published in 1939, aa s core text describes how a man works the aa program in the first 164 pages of the big book.
This is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. The second edition 1955 consisted of 1,150,000 copies. Big book changes these are the changes that have been made in the program portion of the big book the first 164 pages and the roman numeral pages since it was first published on april 10, 1939. T he alcoholics anonymous big book is not just the most influential self help book ever published. Book is in very good condition, with gold gild faded on spine, wear to top and bottom of spine, light blemishes and stains to boards. All the indexes we publish are for the 1st 164 pages the main text. Using a book published in 1939, aas core text describes how a man works the aa program in the first 164 pages of the big book. Commonly referred to as the big book, alcoholics anonymous. This is a reproduction of the 1938 original manuscript of alcoholics anonymous. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. Aa big book aa big book taghere the foundation progress and principles second edition.
To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. This book is for those members of aa who love to study the wonderful big book and others. 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. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, fourth printing 1943 big book green covers. Because this book has become the basic text for our. The first three editions of the aa big book provide an indication of the changes which occurred since aa began in the late 1930s. Vtg 1955 alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition, 1st printing rare aa big book w odj. With publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition in 1976.
Aa big book workshop, taking the 12 steps as done in the 1940s duration. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition softcover hazelden store. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, find first, second, third, fourth and international editions. The big book holds within it the central thesis and ideas of alcohol anonymous and the 12 step. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. Includes a reproduction of the original dustjacket. 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.
Alcoholics anonymous big book audioread aloud youtube. Alcoholics anonymousthe big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Women are only mentioned as the wife of the alcoholic. The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. There have been numerous reprints and revisions, in addition to translations into dozens of languages. Petition stop printing the sexist version of the big book. My sponsor suggested i type it up and put it somewhere in the house where i see it all the time. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. Nicknamed the big book by the early aa members for its thick paper and wide margins, the book s history began in 1934 when bill wilson, an alcoholic stockbroker who had found sobriety. More than 300,000 copies of the first edition are now in circulation. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in aa during the early. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition softcover. The little big red book limited to 4,730 individually numbered copies the same number printed of the first edition first printing big book affectionately known as big red.
We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Editions of alcoholics anonymous by alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous big books abookman, a book man. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Harry emerson fosdick, the foreword to second edition xvii. Aa speaker turn our will and our lives over to the care of god new 20 duration. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. 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. Alcoholics anonymous big book large print 4th edition. New stories have been added to the personal histories. Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women. The numbering of the 2nd reference is from the 2nd through the 4th editions which hasnt. Our reference for this study of the 12 steps is the first 103 pages of alcoholics anonymous, fourth edition, the basic text xi.
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