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Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the 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. There will be alluring shortcuts and bypaths down which they may wander and lose their way. Freedom in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Pdf alcoholics anonymous big book book by alcoholics. The family of an alcoholic longs for the return of happiness and security. The main characters of this self help, non fiction story are. Alcoholics anonymous the big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Get the best deals on aa big book when you shop the largest online selection at.
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