Alcoholics Anonymous: The Big Book

The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous has helped many people recover from alcoholism since its publication in 1935. It includes the 12 steps, personal stories, and the spiritual experience that Bill Wilson believed was essential for recovery. The original 1939 edition is the most widely used resource for recovering alcoholics and includes all 29 stories of the program's pioneers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 26 April 2019
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.

The Big Book, written by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith in 1935, has been a lifeline for countless individuals seeking recovery from alcoholism. With its simple yet profound explanation of the principles behind Alcoholics Anonymous, the book has become the most widely used resource for recovering alcoholics. The original 1939 edition outlines the famous 12 steps and offers counsel for those who doubt the existence of a higher power. It also includes encouraging personal stories from AA members, sharing their experiences with alcohol and the path to sobriety. The Big Book has undergone numerous editions, but the original 1939 edition remains the most valuable. It includes all 29 stories of the program's pioneers, providing a detailed account of their journey, including initial recovery, relapse, and eventual success. Additionally, the book features the key to the solution claimed by Bill Wilson: a vital spiritual experience that allows followers to rediscover or discover God. This authentic portrayal of the program as presented by its founders has been lost in subsequent editions, and this edition serves as a reminder that success comes in many forms.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 225 x 143 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780486834177
Edition number: The Original 1939 ed.