Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age - Hardcover
Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age offers a firsthand account of the growth and development of the A.A. Fellowship. Written by Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill W., this General Service Conference-approved hardcover edition traces A.A.'s journey from its beginnings in New York and Akron to its expansion across the United States and overseas.
Through the lens of A.A.'s Three Legacies - Recovery, Unity, and Service - Bill W. explains how the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, and Twelve Concepts for World Service evolved. The book also includes perspectives from early friends of A.A., including Dr. Silkworth and Father Ed Dowling.
Featuring 16 pages of archival photographs, this classic volume is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous, the development of A.A. service, and the foundations of modern recovery fellowships.
Highlights
- Written by Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill W.
- Traces A.A.'s growth from New York and Akron to a worldwide fellowship
- Explores the Three Legacies: Recovery, Unity, and Service
- Explains the evolution of the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, and Twelve Concepts
- Includes perspectives from early friends of A.A.
- Features 16 pages of archival photographs
- General Service Conference-approved
- Hardcover format
- 429 pages
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5 x 1.1875 inches
- Published by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services (AAWS)
How It Is Used in Recovery
Many members use
Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age to better understand the history, service structure, and spiritual development of A.A. It is especially helpful for members interested in the origins of the fellowship, the growth of A.A. service, and the relationship between the Steps, Traditions, and Concepts.
This book is also useful for sponsors, trusted servants, group historians, and anyone who wants a deeper appreciation of how Alcoholics Anonymous became a worldwide fellowship.
For a deeper understanding of Alcoholics Anonymous history and its early development, explore related titles including
Pass It On - The Story of Bill W.,
Dr. Bob and the Good Oldtimers, and the
Original Manuscript of Alcoholics Anonymous.
These books offer unique insight into the origins of A.A., the lives of its founders, and the evolution of the recovery program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age about?
It is a history of the growth and development of Alcoholics Anonymous, written by co-founder Bill W.
Does this book cover the Three Legacies of A.A.?
Yes. The book explains A.A.'s Three Legacies - Recovery, Unity, and Service - and how they shaped the fellowship.
Is this book Conference-approved?
Yes. Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age is General Service Conference-approved A.A. literature.
Who is this book helpful for?
It is helpful for A.A. members, sponsors, trusted servants, group historians, and anyone interested in A.A. history and service.
