Signed First Editions · 1941–1954
The Co-Founders
Collection
Ten signed First Edition Big Books. Inscriptions, personal connections, and the handwriting of A.A.’s co-founders.
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The Co-Founders
Historic Collections
Beyond “The
Doctor’s Opinion.”
Discover the William D. Silkworth Collection through writings, correspondence, and photographs.
Explore the Silkworth archiveThe physician behind a familiar name
Faith · Care · Service
The Sister
Ignatia Collection
Two personal inscriptions. Books and historical material offer a personal view of a life devoted to care.
Explore the collectionBlessing and gratitude, in her own hand
Alcoholics Anonymous
The book that
started it all.
Explore First Edition Big Books and the details that make each surviving copy worth a closer look.
Browse First Edition Big BooksEarly printings · Individual histories
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Freshly listed books and collectibles, available now.
The Old 24th Street Clubhouse — New York A.A. Meeting Schedule & Landmark Appeal
$195 USD
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There’s More to Quitting Drinking than Quitting Drinking — Dr. Paul O. | Signed, 1998
$150 USD
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The Spirituality of Imperfection — Kurtz & Ketcham | Signed First Printing, 1992
$195 USD
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Alcoholics Anonymous: The Australian Experience — 1995 Commemorative Edition
$225 USD
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The William D. Silkworth Collection
Beyond
“The Doctor’s Opinion.”
A physician’s life, preserved through writings, correspondence and photographs. Discover the people and personal connections behind a familiar name in A.A. history.
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History, held together.
Connected objects. Fuller stories. Collections worth a closer look.
01 / CorrespondenceIn Their Own Hands
Original letters and the personal voices of early A.A.
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02 / ServiceThe Sister Ignatia Collection
Objects and documents connected with a life of care and service.
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03 / FellowshipThe Gamblers Anonymous Archive
Jim Willis and material connected with the beginnings of G.A.
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A closer look · Collector education
How to Identify a First Edition Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book
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