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Alcoholics anonymous first edition, 14th printing, july. First book is a nonprofit social enterprise that provides new books, learning materials, and other essentials to children in need. What collectors like besides a couple of other things is that your book be a 1st1st, or, in other words, not only a first edition but a first printing. Unfollow aa big book first edition to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Alcoholics anonymous the big book is one of the bestselling books of all time, having sold 30 million copies. The work is not completed and is in reality a work in progress. An affordable reproduction of the original big booka a. Alcoholics anonymous facsimile first printing of the first edition. Alcoholics anonymous big book special edition including. All nineteen books are first edition printings and are signed by the founding members of the aa fellowship. Also into four figures is the 1954 uk first, a book i havent seen since. Personal stories by alcoholics anonymous world services, services, aa, service, anonymous world isbn.

This is a reproduction of the 1938 original manuscript of alcoholics anonymous. Its one of the 20th centurys most significant books and early copies are treasured by numerous collectors. The first collected edition of shakespeares plays the first folio in a contemporary or nearcontemporary binding a tall and exceptional copy of the most important book in english literature, the sole source for eighteen of shakespeares plays, and, with the king james bible published just a few years earlier, one of the two. The first edition is emailed weekly and hard copies are available in the church office and sanctuary vestibule. Alcoholics anonymous big book3rd edition, 54th printing,1995, with dust jacket. The holy grail of aa big book collections heads to auction fine. We provide new books and education resources for programs and schools that serve children in need.

Foreword to second edition figures given in this foreword describe the fellowship as it was in 1955. 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 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. In september 2017 we also started to release a new lowprice edition of the book, divided into different volumes, so you can choose your favorite consoles. Unfollow alcoholics anonymous first edition big book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Often it is a new setting and with cheaper paper and binding. 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. The 7th edition of 1945 a mere 5000 copies is highly prized, it was mainly sent out to us troops serving in asia and europe. The text of this document, original manuscript, was left just as it originally appeared in 1938. Bills association with the book began in the early 1990s. First printings are rare, signed and inscribed copies exceptionally so. The second edi tion, published in 1955, reached a total of more than 1,150,000 copies. The most wanted book so far and one of a handful of books from the 20th century to have radically changed peoples lives.

For many vintage books or books published by a small imprint, only 100 or so copies were run for the first edition, so they are both highly sought after and hard to find. By the 1860s, there were almost as many types as baseball bats as there were baseballs. Foreword to first edition this is the foreword as it appeared in the. Book club editions are sold to members at a good discount compared with the original issue price. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, first second. Alcoholics anonymous first edition first printings 1939. Alcoholics anonymous first edition 14th printing 1951 origina dj 1st aa big book. Located in cincinnati, ohio and vero beach, fl, we take great pride in carrying books that are important around the world, but also in our local community. The edition released to the general market after that signed limited edition is usually called the first trade edition. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. 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. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Includes a reproduction of the original dustjacket. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, find first, second, third, fourth and international editions.

I have been a customer for over 25 years and the customer service and technology has always been the best. Since first edition generally means the first printing of the first edition for modern works, a book described as a first edition, second printing might be a little confusing. But for older books, or books originally published by small imprints, the first run may have been as few as 100 copies. An inside look at how a louisville slugger is made. Bill wilson had been a stock analyst at the time he met dr bob smith the co founder, a doctor and surgeon.

Special edition with red hardcover binding, the famous circus cover dust jacket and bulky paper which was why it was initially called the big book. You can complete the entire booking process online. Big book is in very good condition with light wear to spine gold gilding strong on front and spine. Since our founding in 1992, first book has distributed more than 175 million books and educational resources to programs and. 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. Aa big book app 1st edition contains the first 164 pages of the original aa big book, which has remained nearly unchanged since it was published in 1939. Bob smith first edition, first printing of the little red book in 1942, ed webster, a member of the nicollet group of alcoholics anonymous in minneapolis, began teaching classes on the study and application of the twelve steps of a. In 2011, time magazine placed the book on its list of the 100 best and most influential books written in english since 1923, the beginning of the magazine. Typically, people come to this book because of the vast impact it has had on their lives once they have gotten sober, said schaberg. Sunday, april 12 firstthe edition april 7, 2015 extended teaching. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, seventh printing 1945 big book. This is particularly true of books that later became. Buy alcoholics anonymous big book special edition including. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book.

Drink in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The top bookseller of collectible copies of the aa big book is bill schaberg of athena rare books in fairfield, connecticut. First is a first edition, first printing of the big book from april 1939 in its original jacket, signed by bill wilson. Aa first edition, first printing april, 1939 big books available for purchase. I have a 1982 rare narcotics anonymous book first edition. Save aa big book first edition to get email alerts and updates on your. The first edition offers collectors the finest selection of notable rare books by important world figures. 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.

This was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aas founders before the first edition was printed. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book. Our earliest printing voiced the hope that every alcoholic who journeys will. Because this book has become the basic text for our. Contact abookman for information about selling first edition first printing big books. We have also provided the 12 steps, the aa traditions, and quick and easy access to the aa big book facebook page where you can follow and interact with. Alcoholics anonymous first edition bill wilson first edition signed. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, first printing hardcover book, signed and inscribed by aa cofounder bill wilson on the front free endpaper. Aug 20, 2006 buy alcoholics anonymous big book special edition including. This is the foreword as it appeared in the first printing of the first edition in 1939. Alcoholics anonymous first edition bill wilson first.

First edition, first printing of one of the most celebrated and memorable christmas stories with all issue points. This was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aa s founders before the first edition was printed. Alcoholics anonymous first edition second printings for sale. The first edition appeared in april 1939, and in the following sixteen years, more than 300,000 copies went into circulation. 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. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, 14th printing, july, 1951 na on. The way to tell if your book is a 1st1st is on the page, under the places it says the book was printed. 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. S ince the original foreword to this book was written in 1939, a wholesale miracle has taken place.

One of the easiest ways to book american first class is through their own aadvantage program. The traditional conventions for numbering book editions evolved spontaneously for several centuries before any greater applied. There is a no apparent writing in the book and there are no missing pages, the cover has general soiling, the spine ends are rolled, the gilt lettering on the front cover is dull and about 95% present, the gilt lettering on the spine is rubbed and about 20% visible, the text pages are agetoned with foxedstained stained text block page edges and reinforced front hinge. Although the book launched one of the great spiritual movements of the 20th century, the. This is the third edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, first printing 1939 big book. It has footnotes throughout and uses the fourth wall technique of speaking directly to the audience at points during the prose.

A special booklet, titled a brief history of the big book, in english, spanish and french, will be included with all orders of this commemorative edition big book. First edition is proud of its fast service, quality products and competitive prices. No writing or other marks to book other than shown in photos. Alcoholics anonymous first edition first printings 1939 for sale. Call 419 5635905 or email abookman for more information, order a big book, or to sell your books. The description says 2nd edition big book, not the same 164 pages and the same forewords that are in the 3rd and 4th editions. Editions of alcoholics anonymous by alcoholics anonymous. At the moment the first volume is available, dedicated to cancelled 8 bit and 16 bit games nes, master system, game boy, turbografx 16, super nintendo and sega mega drive. Compared to the original this reproduction has the same content and appearance but is not as thick. Interior very good pages of book are clean and marking free, with only writing being previous owners name to first blank page and inside back cover board. Alcoholics anonymous facsimile first printing of the first.

Fun to have a reproduction of the first edition as a collection for my shelf. The first edition refers to a books first printing run. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, second printing 1941 big book. The official publication date of the first printing of our big book, as noted by the united states copyright office, was april 10, 1939.

Actually the makedo can do and willdo spirit of our customers is the dynamic that keeps us in business and coming to work every day. Trade edition printing or printings of a book made available for purchase by the general public on publication day as opposed to a limited edition, often available only by subscription. Any photographic illustrations in the original are either absent or reduced in number. 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 1st edition 1st printing 1939 dj aa.

Twelve steps and twelve traditions first edition signed. The 1st edition alcoholics anonymous study big book is the first edition alcoholics anonymous book with added study notes, notations, comments and other facts. Sorting and rendering passages in the proprietary format of the 164 and more concordance does not in any way imply affiliation with or endorsement by either alcoholics. Book and dust jacket are in very good condition, light spots of soiling to lower front corner, two small splits, chip to spine ends, po one name on inside board, only partially hidden by dust jacket flap. Works publishing company, april 1939, hardcover 400pp. Alcoholics anonymous first edition, first printing 1939 big book inscribed by bill wilson to margret bobbie burger, her personal gift book, with its original dust jacket. I wanted a 2nd edition aa big book to read the different stories in the back. Mar 24, 2007 according to the latest edition of private eye, first novel the thirteenth tale by exteacher diane setterfield authors advance. Select redeem miles enter your departure and destination cities. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. The first collected edition of shakespeares plays the first folio in a contemporary or nearcontemporary binding a tall and exceptional copy of the most important book in english literature, the sole source for eighteen of shakespeares plays, and, with the king james bible published just a. Books can be put out again as first editions, but only once as a first printing. W e, ofalcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Alcoholics anonymous big book 1st edition 7th printing for.

I started on this project several years ago, but could not get enough money together to publish the work. Classes were attended by the many newcomers who were then joining the group and they were run using a set. We work hard to help your business thrive and grow. Cat in the hat on back cover of book with 14 titles up to now listed on the rear flap and a list of books printed at the end of the book. One motive impelling wilson to write twelve steps and twelve traditions had been the realization that the original text of the big book, alcoholics. Mens bible study is normally scheduled the first saturday each month. The bibliographical definition of an edition includes all copies of a book printed from substantially the same setting of type, including all minor typographical variants the numbering of book editions is a special case of the wider field of revision control. First in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. T he alcoholics anonymous big book is not just the most influential self help book ever published. For some blockbuster titles, this can be as many as 50,000 copies or more.

Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Mar 14, 2008 what collectors like besides a couple of other things is that your book be a 1st1st, or, in other words, not only a first edition but a first printing. Alcoholics anonymous the big book is one of the bestselling books of all time, having sold. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Many modern first editions indicate they are later printings by dropping one of the numbers in a number sequence on the page. Alcoholics anonymous is a worldwide fellowship banded together to solve common problems and to help fellow sufferers in recovery from that ageold, baffling malady, alcoholism. Worship total 1460 737 financial statements are available in hard copy format in a box outside melissa laythams office. Hard cover reproduction of the first printing of the first edition of alcoholics anonymous.

If no changes are made to the book, such as a new chapter, a new preface by the author, etc. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book abebooks. Alcoholics anonymous world services inc, new york city, 2001. Buy first edition books for sale at auction invaluable. The first edition refers to a book s first printing run.

The first 164 pages of the big book, alcoholics anonymous, the preface, the forewords, the doctors opinion, dr. Uncut when the edges of the text block most apparent at the fore and lower edges have not been trimmed to a uniform size, and are therefore characterized by. The message of the book has still not changed today, which is hope. 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. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who. No writing or markings to except first blank page where previous owners name was written in pencil and erased. I guess one might pick one up in a junk shop in, say, manila or macao or munich a four figure book. A popular book is sometimes reissued under the imprint of a book club. First edition alcoholics anonymous big book reprint i recoveryshop. Jul 07, 2014 the automation is the first book in a series and is a novel written in a style paralleling an epic greek poem. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are many thousands of men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. This conferenceapproved special edition of alcoholics anonymous is a reproduction of the first printing of the first edition of the big book as it was published in 1939.