Do not let any prejudice you may have against spiritual terms deter you from honestly asking yourself what they mean to you. On page 52 of the big book you can find a list of bedevilments. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. Editions of alcoholics anonymous by alcoholics anonymous. The alcoholics anonymous big book is not just the most influential self help book ever published. Aa preamble alcoholism recovery 4th edition 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy. Bills story w ar feverran high in the new england town to which we new, young of. Alcoholics anonymous the big book audios 4th edition on cd. That statement is an indication the literature was created through a group conscious process and meets the guidelines of what aa is and is not. The large print fourth edition of alcoholics anonymouse, affectionately known as the big book, includes twentyfour new stories and continues to pass on aa s message of hope and recovery to millions. An audio version of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. His is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, find first, second, third, fourth and international editions.
It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. Alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition kindle edition published december 2nd 20 by a. Follow the link for an audio version of the 4th edition big book. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. The numbering of the 2nd reference is from the 2nd through the 4th editions which hasnt.
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. Alcoholics anonymous is the one book i cherish for life changing experiences. Drs opinion 4th edition p xxv bills story chapter 1 p 1 16 there is a solution chapter 2 p 16 30 more about alcoholism chapter 3 p 30 43 we agnostics chapter 4 p 44 57 how it works chapter 5 p 58 71 into action continue reading big book of alcoholics anonymous. Ideal for those who find difficulty reading, an audio version of the big book in mp3 format. Watch asl dvd version includes subtitles and audio in english. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition paperback. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Alcoholics anonymous big book original edition audible. At the end of the meetings 1 person will read appendix 2, spiritual experience found on page 567 of the big book. Bobs nightmare 171 171 window of opportunity 421 aa number three 182 182 he had to be shown 193 he thought he could drink like a gentlemen. Alcoholics anonymousthe big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide.
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This is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Each 1st reference given in red is from the first edition. Alcoholics anonymous big book pocket edition hazelden. Literature living sober b7 living sober this practical 90 page booklet demonstrates through simple example how a. I know you get audio chapters on amazon i believe it is the 1st edition.
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Here is a pdf version of the first 164 pages found in all aa books. 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 second edi tion, published in 1955, reached a total of more than 1,150,000 copies. Considering the 4th edition of the big book was published in 2001, according to the aa website. The book is published by alcoholics anonymous world services and is available through aa offices and meetings, as well as through booksellers.
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Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. 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. Below are copies in various formats of the big book. These are aspects of the alcoholics life and personality that are usually in effect before the alcoholic comes into aa and will continue unless the alcoholic actively works the steps each day. Alcoholics anonymous audio version alcoholics anonymous. The big book bb notations are to page and paragraph, as in 64. 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. Listen to alcoholics anonymous big book original edition. The big book of alcoholics anonymous addeddate 201027 14. Because sometimes its easier to listen and understand. 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.
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And i am constantly getting answers to the questions that, i believe the god of my understanding. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition softcover item. Alcoholics anonymous world services, inc fourth edition. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc.
For anyone who might find them useful, here are complete audio readings of two of the keystone references of anonymous programs of recovery worldwide the big book of alcoholics anonymous and twelve steps and twelve traditions please see links for direct contact to specific programs. Jerry needed to know so he started upon a project to identify the changes that were made to various printings and editions of the big book. Its one of the 20th centurys most significant books and early copies are treasured by numerous collectors. The first edition, first printing, april 1939, has 396 numbered pages. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. Alcoholics anonymous big book audioread aloud youtube. 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 4th edition hardcover item. Turn our will and our lives over to the care of god new 20 duration. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous audio version.
The higher my expectations of other people are, the lower is my serenity. Audio big book ideal for those who find difficulty reading, an audio version of the big book in mp3 format. B1 alcoholics anonymous fourth edition 2001 of the big book, basic text of a. Marty mann 19041980 wrote the chapter women suffer too in the second through fourth editions of the big book. This is the second edition of the book alcoholics anonymous, which made its first appearance in april 1939. The big book bb notations are to page and paragraph, as in. More than 300,000 copies of the first edition are now in circulation.
Oct 31, 2002 buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. This fourth, expanded edition relates how millions of men and women have recovered from alcoholism. Personal stories on pages 407, 476, 494, 531, and 553 are ed by the. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio austin recovery alumni. The 4th edition 2001 is also freely available online. 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. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. 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. Audio big book 4th edition alcoholics anonymous regional. I can watch my serenity level rise when i discard my expectations. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. And it means, of course, that we are going to talk about god. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. These are posted as an aid to the blind, those who have difficulty reading or who are remote from meetings either in prison or in hard to reach places.
Download aa big book ultimate companion and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod touch. I have read that the 3rd edition is the unchanged original text of the 1939 print but that part ii has more stories for those who are not sure they are alcoholics. Welcome to the thursday evening closed big book study of royal york. Listen to the entire alcoholics anonymous big book as well as audiobooks, audio courses, and speaker tapes. You can look for the isbn of this book on the web 9781483907253, and notice that several publishers other than lark publishing appear to have made this book in 20. This applies, too, to other spiritual expressions which you. Download free audiobooks in the mp3 format or play them straight via youtube. Aa big book ch3 more about alcoholism 4th edition duration. You can look for the isbn of this book on the web 978.
The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. Our reference for this study of the 12 steps is the first 103 pages of alcoholics anonymous, fourth edition, the basic text xi. Call 419 5635905 or email abookman for more information, order a big book, or to sell your books. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. The big book of alcoholics anonymous including 12 steps. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. That means we have written a book which we believe to be spiritual as well as moral. Bob, recovered from alcoholism through spiritual principles.
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