Alcoholics anonymousthe big bookhas served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. 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. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism 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. Buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Abridged, meaning this contains only the first 164 pages plus the appendices. For the fourteen years i was in and out of recovery i barely cracked the literature. Resentment became a way of life for me because it seemed like i had problems with or was annoyed by most of the people, institutions or principles i knew.
All bb quotes are from the 1st edition of the big book depression is not a sign of weakness. All things aa related big books, step working guides, meditations, medallions, posters and more. Our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. In the largest city close by i could be found, dead broke, drinking myself into. 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. 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. Go to enough twelve step meetings and youll encounter them. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. 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. With publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition in 1976. This is a link to the complete 4 th edition of the aa bigbook online. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Without embracing the literature, success in aa is difficult.
Aa recognizes that resentment is toxic to our inner lives. Recovery literature in english us we offer all available information pamphlets and na booklets here, in all currently available languages, in order to serve our members and potential members. From it stem all forms of spiritual disease, for we have been not only mentally and physically ill, we have been spiritually sick. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. They were seeking a way rid themselves of it when they chanced upon a magazine article. Page 67 of the book, alcoholics anonymous, states, resentment is the number one offender. Here you will find a schedule of aa meetings, aa news and events, and useful resources for the newcomer about aa and our wonderful fellowship. If you have any suggestions on how we can improve, please email us at. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover. 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. 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.
Here is a pdf version of the first 164 pages found in all aa books. Reservation in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. As the only legitimate source of the big book online, aa. 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. We have invested a lot of resources to make recovery world easier and more convenient for you. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. Step four prayer freedom from resentment step 4 of the.
To be able to start on this step, the previous three steps must of course have been completed, so before starting check with your sponsor, spiritual advisor, counselor, etc. Print a copy of the first side print page 1 only, then reinsert it into the paper tray of your printer and print page 2. Silkworth talks about addiction like an allergy, not all people have it. Steps by the big book is a nocharge website for people in recovery from alcohol and drugs and other addictions who wish to study the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa as part of a friendly, focused group, and work them according to the big book, alcoholics anonymous. The first edition appeared in april 1939, and in the following sixteen years, more than. Alcoholics anonymous new books abookman, a book man.
Below are copies in various formats of the big book. When you come through the doors of aa, it is suggested that you purchase a 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 strong. Aa deluxe double book cover with serenity prayer and coin. 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. Big book personal stories part iii they lost nearly. The original manuscript of the big book alcoholics anonymous. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism, is a collection of texts used by members of the alcoholics anonymous fellowship the book has undergone four revisions since william wilson, also known as bill w. This is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery.
The following links download chapters of the big book from, the official website of alcoholics anonymous. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book. Should we desire to give the aa program a try, this paragraph lists a few of the requirements for success. Together they founded the alcoholics anonymous aa fellowship. 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. Steps by the big book step 4 resentments steps by the. The big book doesnt come with an index, so here is one in the form of a bookmark.
The big book was originally published in 1939 by bill w. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and. Theres a meeting i want to go and it says bb for big book. Aa coins aa big book covers alanon book covers na book covers na coins recovery gifts. They know the literature inside and out, quote it frequently and give the page number they are quoting from to underscore their authority. Big book alcoholics anonymous 4th edition abridged, large print search about us. Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. Read big book search big book contact us link n things slogansmedallions easy 12 steps convinced. Learning the process of overcoming resentment literally saves the lives of people who are afflicted with the disease of alcoholism.
Recovery book cover vinyl aa big book recoveryshop. The primary purpose of this site is to carry the message contained within the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aas founders before the first edition was printed. I found this, a reproduction of the 1938 original manuscript of alcoholics anonymous preface. There has been a series of reprints and revisions, as well as. Aa history what does the bigbook say about resentment. Twelve steps to live without resentment hazelden betty. Resentment in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and.
The steps by the big book workbook can be downloaded for free. Fourth edition 2001 of the big book, basic text of a. We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aas 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa. I left with my hatred, resentment, and the clothes on my back. Alcoholics anonymous big book original edition perfect paperback september 30, 2008. In this article a preacher wrote that if one holds a resentment towards someone or something like a place, maybe, you pray for them every day for two weeks. When the spiritual malady is overcome, we straighten out mentally and physically. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. If you have a drinking problem, we hope that you may pause in reading. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. This workbook is intended to help people study the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This is a reproduction of the 1938 original manuscript of alcoholics anonymous.
Also just curious do all meeting end by saying the lords prayer. New stories have been added to the personal histories. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. But, if we want to recover from alcoholism, the bigbook says, we saw that these resentments must be mastered, and heres why.
Reprinted from the book alcoholics anonymous the big book with permission of a. The purpose of the big book is to show precisely how numerous alcoholics have recovered. These instructions are for the below prayer big book, freedom from bondage, p. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous.
Big book personal stories part iii alcoholics anonymous. Search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. The big book of alcoholics anonymous, also referred to as alcoholics anonymous. You can purchase the kindle version from their site or you can buy the book from our this sites shop. Alcoholics anonymous 4th edition abridged, large print. With over 400 pages, the big book is filled with personal anecdotes of alcoholics and the 12 steps that pave the path to recovery.
The process, proven to be a lifesaver by these people, also enables others to live happier lives. Its one of the 20th centurys most significant books and early copies are treasured by numerous collectors. A person mired in resentment has scant chances of recovering from addiction. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. My bottle, my resentments, and me from childhood trauma to skid row drunk, this hobo. What does big book mean, i know its the blue aa book. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. If you have a resentment you want to be free of, if you will pray for the person or the thing that you resent, you will be free. You dont need a twosided printer to print on both sides.
T he alcoholics anonymous big book is not just the most influential self help book ever published. The author has been continuously sober since april 1, 1981 and is actually working his own twelfth step by sharing his own experience, strength, and hope that he personally gets from the big bookof alcoholics anonymous. Aa first edition, eighth printing february, 1945 big books available for purchase. Another feeling we are very likely to entertain is one of resentment that love and loyalty could not cure our husbands of alcoholism. According to the writer of that big book chapter, they had held a deep resentment towards someone. The original working manuscript is the missing link between bill wilsons first draft of alcoholics anonymous and the first edition. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. Alcoholics anonymous 4th edition abridged, large print aa world service. Prevent damage to your big book with this vinyl book cover ft. Alcoholics anonymous big book 1st edition 8th printing for. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. 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. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism.