Alcoholics Anonymous
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| Works: | 2,286 works in 3,941 publications in 24 languages and 92,600 library holdings |
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| Genres: | History Biographies Cross-cultural studies Case studies Personal narratives Meditations Self-help publications Braille books Manuscripts Popular works |
| Roles: | Publisher, Other, isb, Editor, Translator, Illustrator, Contributor |
| Classifications: | HV5275, 362.292 |
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Most widely held works about
Alcoholics Anonymous
- Alcoholics Anonymous : the story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism( Book )
- Bill W. and Mr. Wilson : the legend and life of A.A.'s cofounder by Matthew J Raphael( )
- Sobering tales : narratives of alcoholism and recovery by Edmund B O'Reilly( )
- Becoming alcoholic : Alcoholics Anonymous and the reality of alcoholism by David R Rudy( )
- The language of the heart : a cultural history of the recovery movement from Alcoholics Anonymous to Oprah Winfrey by Trysh Travis( )
- Bill W. by Robert Thomsen( Book )
- Getting better : inside alcoholics anonymous by Nan Robertson( Book )
- Storytelling in Alcoholics Anonymous : a rhetorical analysis by George H Jensen( )
- Not-God : a history of Alcoholics Anonymous by Ernest Kurtz( Book )
- Twelve steps and twelve traditions( Book )
- My name is Bill : Bill Wilson : his life and the creation of Alcoholics Anonymous by Susan Cheever( Book )
- One day at a time in Al-Anon by Inc Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters( Book )
- Le monde des AA : alcooliques, gamblers, narcomanes by Jacob Suissa( )
- Alcoholics Anonymous : cult or cure? by Charles Bufe( )
- American Protestantism in the age of psychology by Stephanie Muravchik( )
- Twelve steps and twelve traditions by Bill W.( Book )
- Al-Anon's twelve steps & twelve traditions by Inc Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters( Book )
- The 7 key principles of successful recovery : the basic tools for progress, growth, and happiness by Mel B.( )
- Alcoholics anonymous comes of age by Bill W.( Book )
- Stepping stones to recovery by Bill Pittman( )
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Most widely held works by
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous : the story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism by
Bill W.(
Book
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31 editions published between 1946 and 2018 in English and held by 2,961 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the third edition of the handbook of the Alcoholics Anonymous association. Features detailed accounts of treatment methods and the personal testimonies of forty-two members
31 editions published between 1946 and 2018 in English and held by 2,961 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the third edition of the handbook of the Alcoholics Anonymous association. Features detailed accounts of treatment methods and the personal testimonies of forty-two members
Living sober by
Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
)
24 editions published between 1975 and 2020 in English and Undetermined and held by 907 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Tips on living sober
24 editions published between 1975 and 2020 in English and Undetermined and held by 907 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Tips on living sober
Twelve steps and twelve traditions by
Bill W.(
Book
)
39 editions published between 1952 and 2017 in English and Spanish and held by 851 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous tells how members recover and how the society functions
39 editions published between 1952 and 2017 in English and Spanish and held by 851 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous tells how members recover and how the society functions
A simple program : a contemporary translation of the book Alcoholics Anonymous by
Bill W.(
Book
)
5 editions published between 1996 and 2000 in English and held by 664 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Since its first publication in 1939, the original "Big Book" of Alcoholics Anonymous has reflected the initial perception that alcoholism primarily, if not solely, afflicts men. Over the years, we have come to recognize that this disease does not discriminate, yet the "Bible" of Alcoholics Anonymous has never been updated - until now. A Simple Program offers a new translation with gender-equal language, making it more accessible and relevant to the modern reader. Written by a longtime member of Alcoholics Anonymous, A Simple Program is a faithful modernization of the "Big Book"'s complete core text. An invaluable boon for all members of A.A. and other 12-step programs, it is also a helpful guide for those whose loved ones are battling addiction and for anyone interested in matters of spiritual or mental health
5 editions published between 1996 and 2000 in English and held by 664 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Since its first publication in 1939, the original "Big Book" of Alcoholics Anonymous has reflected the initial perception that alcoholism primarily, if not solely, afflicts men. Over the years, we have come to recognize that this disease does not discriminate, yet the "Bible" of Alcoholics Anonymous has never been updated - until now. A Simple Program offers a new translation with gender-equal language, making it more accessible and relevant to the modern reader. Written by a longtime member of Alcoholics Anonymous, A Simple Program is a faithful modernization of the "Big Book"'s complete core text. An invaluable boon for all members of A.A. and other 12-step programs, it is also a helpful guide for those whose loved ones are battling addiction and for anyone interested in matters of spiritual or mental health
Alcoholics Anonymous as a mutual-help movement : a study in eight societies by
Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
)
5 editions published in 1996 in English and held by 588 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Part of an international study of Alcoholics Anonymous, carried out in collaboration with the World Health Organization, Regional Office for Europe
5 editions published in 1996 in English and held by 588 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Part of an international study of Alcoholics Anonymous, carried out in collaboration with the World Health Organization, Regional Office for Europe
The Twelve steps of Alcoholics Anonymous by
Hazelden Foundation(
Book
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6 editions published between 1987 and 2011 in English and held by 548 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous form the cornerstone of one of the most effective programs for recovery from alcoholism. The steps have also been successfully adapted for use in the treatment of many other dependencies. This book brings together for the first time a series of short discussions that interpret each of the twelve steps - from the admission of individual powerlessness over alcohol that occurs in step one to the moral inventory of step four and the spiritual awakening of step twelve."--Page 4 of cover
6 editions published between 1987 and 2011 in English and held by 548 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous form the cornerstone of one of the most effective programs for recovery from alcoholism. The steps have also been successfully adapted for use in the treatment of many other dependencies. This book brings together for the first time a series of short discussions that interpret each of the twelve steps - from the admission of individual powerlessness over alcohol that occurs in step one to the moral inventory of step four and the spiritual awakening of step twelve."--Page 4 of cover
"Pass it on" : the story of Bill Wilson and how the A.A. message reached the world by Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
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4 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 510 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Here is Bill W., the man everybody knew and nobody knew. Here too, inextricably entwined with his life, is the dramatic story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, its early struggles and amazing growth. Bill's character was complex and contradictory. Although we always tried to place him on a pedestal, he strove for genuine humility, declining honors and stressing the spiritual value of anonymity. The cofounder of A.A., he was never a member of A.A., because we never allowed him to be. Ego-driven, he nevertheless always gave credit to others: to Ebby, to Dr. Bob, to Lois, as appropriate. A charismatic leader, he eschewed power and 'was willing to let go of us before we were willing to let go of him' (in Dr. Jack Norris' words). He has been hailed as one of the most significant figures of the 20th century; yet a nonalcoholic typist for the manuscript of this book commented, 'Isn't it too had he never did anything with his life!' In these pages is the full and rounded story of a remarkable life: The boy growing up in Vermont, always striving to he Number One. The Army officer serving 'over there' in World War I. Bill's romance and marriage with Lois. The fair-haired boy of Wall Street plummeting to rum-soaked despair. Ebby T. and Dr. Silkworth, Bill's spiritual experience, and his meeting with Dr. Bob. And of special significance to the A.A. reader, Bill's role in Alcoholics Anonymous. In preparation over five years, this is the definitive biography of Bill W. Every word is documented, every source checked. For the scholar this volume is invaluable. For all of us, it is exciting reading."--Jacket
4 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 510 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Here is Bill W., the man everybody knew and nobody knew. Here too, inextricably entwined with his life, is the dramatic story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, its early struggles and amazing growth. Bill's character was complex and contradictory. Although we always tried to place him on a pedestal, he strove for genuine humility, declining honors and stressing the spiritual value of anonymity. The cofounder of A.A., he was never a member of A.A., because we never allowed him to be. Ego-driven, he nevertheless always gave credit to others: to Ebby, to Dr. Bob, to Lois, as appropriate. A charismatic leader, he eschewed power and 'was willing to let go of us before we were willing to let go of him' (in Dr. Jack Norris' words). He has been hailed as one of the most significant figures of the 20th century; yet a nonalcoholic typist for the manuscript of this book commented, 'Isn't it too had he never did anything with his life!' In these pages is the full and rounded story of a remarkable life: The boy growing up in Vermont, always striving to he Number One. The Army officer serving 'over there' in World War I. Bill's romance and marriage with Lois. The fair-haired boy of Wall Street plummeting to rum-soaked despair. Ebby T. and Dr. Silkworth, Bill's spiritual experience, and his meeting with Dr. Bob. And of special significance to the A.A. reader, Bill's role in Alcoholics Anonymous. In preparation over five years, this is the definitive biography of Bill W. Every word is documented, every source checked. For the scholar this volume is invaluable. For all of us, it is exciting reading."--Jacket
Dr. Bob and the good oldtimers : a biography, with recollections of early A.A. in the Midwest by Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
)
5 editions published between 1980 and 1993 in English and held by 447 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Biography of one of the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous. Respected physician, desperately ill drunk, the start of the Fellowship with Dr. Bob's last drink, a tumultuous and exhilarating book
5 editions published between 1980 and 1993 in English and held by 447 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Biography of one of the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous. Respected physician, desperately ill drunk, the start of the Fellowship with Dr. Bob's last drink, a tumultuous and exhilarating book
Alcohólicos Anónimos : el relato de cómo muchos miles de hombres y mujeres se han recuperado del alcoholismo by
Bill W.(
Book
)
53 editions published between 1950 and 2017 in 19 languages and held by 395 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease
53 editions published between 1950 and 2017 in 19 languages and held by 395 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease
Came to believe : the spiritual adventure of A.A. as experienced by individual members by
Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
)
18 editions published between 1973 and 2008 in English and held by 374 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
18 editions published between 1973 and 2008 in English and held by 374 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alcoholics anonymous : the big book : the original 1939 edition by
Bill W.(
)
6 editions published between 2011 and 2019 in English and held by 248 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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. Bob Smith. This original 1939 edition outlines the famous 12 steps, and offers counsel for those who wish to join the program but doubt the existence of a higher power. It also contains encouraging personal stories, in which AA members relate their experiences with alcohol and how they found the path to sobriety. "The Big Book" has gone through numerous editions and remains the most widely used resource for recovering alcoholics. Only this original 1939 edition includes all 29 stories of the program's pioneers, which share the details of their full journey, including initial recovery, sometimes followed by relapse and eventual success. This edition also features the key to the solution claimed by Bill Wilson: a vital spiritual experience that allows followers to rediscover, or discover, God. This realistic portrayal of the program as offered by its founders has been lost in subsequent editions of the work, and is presented here to serve as a reminder that success comes in many forms
6 editions published between 2011 and 2019 in English and held by 248 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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. Bob Smith. This original 1939 edition outlines the famous 12 steps, and offers counsel for those who wish to join the program but doubt the existence of a higher power. It also contains encouraging personal stories, in which AA members relate their experiences with alcohol and how they found the path to sobriety. "The Big Book" has gone through numerous editions and remains the most widely used resource for recovering alcoholics. Only this original 1939 edition includes all 29 stories of the program's pioneers, which share the details of their full journey, including initial recovery, sometimes followed by relapse and eventual success. This edition also features the key to the solution claimed by Bill Wilson: a vital spiritual experience that allows followers to rediscover, or discover, God. This realistic portrayal of the program as offered by its founders has been lost in subsequent editions of the work, and is presented here to serve as a reminder that success comes in many forms
Doce pasos y doce tradiciones by
Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
)
11 editions published between 1991 and 2016 in Spanish and English and held by 202 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A classic recovery text, Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions outlines the core principles by which AA members recover and by which the AA fellowship functions. In addition, it clarifies each of the Twelve Steps that constitute the AA way of life and each of the Traditions by which AA maintains its unity
11 editions published between 1991 and 2016 in Spanish and English and held by 202 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A classic recovery text, Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions outlines the core principles by which AA members recover and by which the AA fellowship functions. In addition, it clarifies each of the Twelve Steps that constitute the AA way of life and each of the Traditions by which AA maintains its unity
Alcoholics Anonymous : the story of how many more than one hundred men have recovered from alcoholism by
Bill W.(
Book
)
9 editions published between 1939 and 2014 in English and held by 182 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (generally known as The Big Book) is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, written by the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Bill W. & Dr. Bob. It is the originator of the seminal "twelve-step method" widely used to attempt to treat many addictions, from alcoholism and heroin addiction to marijuana addiction, as well as overeating, sex addiction, gambling addiction, and family members of alcoholics, with a strong spiritual and social emphasis."--Amazon.com
9 editions published between 1939 and 2014 in English and held by 182 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (generally known as The Big Book) is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, written by the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Bill W. & Dr. Bob. It is the originator of the seminal "twelve-step method" widely used to attempt to treat many addictions, from alcoholism and heroin addiction to marijuana addiction, as well as overeating, sex addiction, gambling addiction, and family members of alcoholics, with a strong spiritual and social emphasis."--Amazon.com
Daily reflections : a book of reflections by A.A. members for A.A. members by
Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
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11 editions published between 1990 and 2014 in English and held by 159 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"A.A.s reflect on favorite quotations from Alcoholics Anonymous literature. A reading for each day of the year"--Publisher's web site
11 editions published between 1990 and 2014 in English and held by 159 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"A.A.s reflect on favorite quotations from Alcoholics Anonymous literature. A reading for each day of the year"--Publisher's web site
Alcoholics Anonymous by
Bill W.(
Recording
)
10 editions published between 1976 and 2009 in English and Spanish and held by 136 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This is the 4th ed. of the Big Book, the basic text for Alcoholics Anonymous."
10 editions published between 1976 and 2009 in English and Spanish and held by 136 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This is the 4th ed. of the Big Book, the basic text for Alcoholics Anonymous."
Alcoholics Anonymous big book by
Bill W.(
Recording
)
6 editions published between 2008 and 2018 in English and held by 130 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alcoholics Anonymous-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 disease
6 editions published between 2008 and 2018 in English and held by 130 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alcoholics Anonymous-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 disease
Alcoholics Anonymous big book by
Bill W.(
Book
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9 editions published between 2006 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 113 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents stories of alcoholics who have worked on their recovery with Alcoholics Anonymous. Examines how the twelve-step program works with advice for spouses, families, and employers
9 editions published between 2006 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 113 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents stories of alcoholics who have worked on their recovery with Alcoholics Anonymous. Examines how the twelve-step program works with advice for spouses, families, and employers
Viviendo sobrio(
Book
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11 editions published between 1981 and 2016 in Spanish and held by 112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This Spanish version of Living Sober is a practical 88-page booklet that demonstrates through simple example how A.A. members throughout the world live and stay sober one day at a time
11 editions published between 1981 and 2016 in Spanish and held by 112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This Spanish version of Living Sober is a practical 88-page booklet that demonstrates through simple example how A.A. members throughout the world live and stay sober one day at a time
Experience, strength and hope : stories from the first three editions of Alcoholics Anonymous(
Book
)
3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 99 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 99 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Living sober; some methods A.A. members have used for not drinking by
American Medical Association(
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11 editions published between 1975 and 2015 in English and held by 69 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A list of thirty-one suggestions Alcoholics Anonymous members have used to stay sober
11 editions published between 1975 and 2015 in English and held by 69 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A list of thirty-one suggestions Alcoholics Anonymous members have used to stay sober
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Related Identities
- W., Bill Author
- Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc
- B., Mel Author
- Raphael, Matthew J. Author
- Hazelden Foundation
- O'Reilly, Edmund B. 1943- Author
- Lois 1894-1988 Author
- Rudy, David R. Author
- Kurtz, Ernest Author of introduction Former owner Author Collector
- Travis, Trysh Author
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Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc.
A.A.
A.A. (Alcoholics Anonymous)
A.A. G.S.O. KOREA
A.A.W.S.
A.A.연합단체 한국지부
A.A.한국연합
AA
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)
AA (Anonīmie Alkoholiķi)
AA (anonymní alkoholici)
AA-liike
AA-liike raittiusjärjestö
AA-samtökin
AA World Services, Inc
Adsız Alkolikler
Al-Anon
Alateen
Alcoholici Anonymi
Alcohólicos Anónimos
Alcohólicos Anónimos de España
Alcohólicos Anónimos en España
Alcohólicos Anónimos movimiento internacional de ayuda contra el alcoholismo
Alcohòlics Anònims
Alcoholics anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous mutual aid movement
Alcoholics Anonymous World Services
Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.
Alcoholics Anonymous 한국연합
Alcólicos Anónimos
Alcolisti Anonimi associazione che si occupa del recupero di persone che hanno problemi di dipendenza da alcool
Alcoólicos Anónimos
Alcoólicos Anónimos em Portugal
Alcooliques anonymes
Alcooliques anonymes organisation mondiale d'entraide
Alkoholicy Anonimowi.
Alkoholiki Anonima
Alkoholuloj Anonimaj
Alkoholzale Anonimoak
Anonieme Alcoholisten
Anonim Alkoholisták
Anoniminiai alkoholikai
Anonimni Alkoholičari
Anonīmo alkoholiķu Pasaules dienests
Anonimowi Alkoholicy.
Anonimowi Alkoholicy w Polsce
Anonüümsed Alkohoolikud
Anonyma Alkoholister sammanslutning av alkoholister
Anonyme Alkoholiker
Anonyme Alkoholiker Selbsthilfeorganisation zur Bekämpfung von Alkoholismus
Anonyme alkoholikere.
Anonyme alkoholikere i Norge
Anonyme alkoholikere verdensomspennende fellesskap
Anonyme Alkoholikern
Anonymní alkoholici
Anonyymit alkoholistit
Anůńimowe Alkoholiki
Asociación Servicio General de Alcohólicos Anónimos en España
Associação de Serviços Gerais de Alcoólicos Anónimos de Portugal
Bû-bêng Chiú-ún-chiá
Ei Ei Hangug Yeonhap
Kluby AA.
Na hAlcólaigh gan Ainm
Nimettömät alkoholistit
Ruch Anonimowych Alkoholików
Servicio General de A.A. en España
Servicio General de A.A. España
Servicio General de Alcohólicos Anónimos de España
Servicio General de Alcohólicos Anónimos (España)
Wspólnota AA
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Алкохоличари
Ананімныя алькаголікі
Анонимни алкохолици
Анонимни алкохоличари
Анонимные алкоголики группа взаимопомощи для людей, страдающих зависимостью от алкоголя
Спільнота анонімних алкоголіків
אלכוהוליסטים אנונימיים
الکلیهای گمنام
अल्कोहोलिक ॲनॉनिमस
ஆல்கஹாலிக்ஸ் அனானிமஸ் தோழமை இயக்கம்
ആൽക്കഹോളിക്സ് അനോണിമസ്
익명의 알코올 중독자들
ᐃᒥᐊᓗᒃᑕᐃᓕᒪᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐃᑲᔪᖃᑎᒌᒡᕕᒃ
アルコホーリクス・アノニマス
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