Narcotics Anonymous — Second Edition (1982) C.A.R.E.N.A. Publishing · Original Dust Jacket
Narcotics Anonymous — Second Edition (1982)
C.A.R.E.N.A. Publishing · Hardcover with Original Dust Jacket
Description
Offered here is a beautiful copy of the Second Edition of Narcotics Anonymous, published in 1982 by C.A.R.E.N.A. Publishing Co. This is an important early hardcover edition of the Basic Text, issued during a formative period in the growth of Narcotics Anonymous literature and fellowship identity.
The Narcotics Anonymous Basic Text became the central book of the N.A. program, presenting the experience, strength, and hope of recovering addicts through the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions adapted for Narcotics Anonymous. This Second Edition includes the familiar structure of the early Basic Text, with sections such as “Who Is An Addict?”, “What Is the N.A. Program?”, “How It Works,” “The Twelve Traditions of Narcotics Anonymous,” “Recovery and Relapse,” and personal recovery stories.
This copy is especially attractive because it retains its original blue dust jacket and the hardcover book itself remains in excellent condition. The black boards with gold N.A. emblem and spine lettering present beautifully, making this a strong display copy for collectors of early N.A. literature and 12 Step history.
Edition Details
Title: Narcotics Anonymous
Edition: Second Edition
Publisher: C.A.R.E.N.A. Publishing Co.
Copyright: 1982
Format: Hardcover
Dust Jacket: Original dust jacket present
ISBN: 0-912075-00-7 / jacket ISBN 0-912075-01-5
Condition
This book is in excellent condition with minimal wear. The cover looks very nice with only light signs of handling. The book appears to have had minimal, if any, use. There is no writing or markings noted inside the book. The binding is solid and the pages are clean.
The original dust jacket is present and shows edge wear, including rubbing, creasing, small tears, and wear along the spine ends and corners. Despite this wear, the jacket remains complete and highly collectible.
Please view all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.
Collector’s Note
Early hardcover editions of Narcotics Anonymous are increasingly desirable among collectors of 12 Step literature. This 1982 Second Edition represents an important stage in the development of N.A. literature, and copies in this level of book condition with the original dust jacket are becoming harder to find. A strong addition for any Narcotics Anonymous, recovery literature, or broader 12 Step history collection.
