Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book - 4th Edition Large Print Abridged Softcover
The Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book - 4th Edition Large Print Abridged Softcover is a 191-page edition published by AA World Services, featuring the complete original first 164 pages outlining the Twelve Steps and the A.A. program, along with Dr. Bob’s Nightmare, printed in larger type for improved readability.
This edition includes the full foundational text of the Big Book but does not include the personal recovery stories found in the complete 575-page 4th Edition.
The large print format makes it easier to read during daily reflection, step work, meetings, and sponsorship while keeping the focus on the core recovery program.
Highlights
- First 164 pages plus Dr. Bob’s Nightmare
- 191 total pages
- Large print type for improved readability
- Softcover format
- Includes complete foundational text
- Does not include personal recovery stories
- Published by AA World Services (AAWS)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Abridged" mean for this edition?
This Large Print Abridged edition includes the complete first 164 pages of the Big Book plus Dr. Bob’s Nightmare, for a total of 191 pages. It does not include the full 4th Edition personal recovery story section.
Is this the complete 4th Edition?
No. This edition contains the foundational text and Dr. Bob’s Nightmare only, not the full 575-page 4th Edition.
Is this a simplified or plain language version?
No. This edition preserves the original 4th Edition wording in larger print and does not change or simplify the text.
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