The Vitamin B-3 Therapy Communications - Signed by Bill W.

Rare Collectible Book Package: Bill Wilson’s Correspondence on Vitamin B-3 Therapy - Inscribed by Bill Wilson & Dr. Abram Hoffer

Title: The Vitamin B-3 Therapy
Provenance: Personal Copies of Dr. Abram Hoffer, Inscribed by Bill Wilson
Date of Documents: December 1965, February 1968
Condition: Excellent Condition – Signed, Inscribed, and Dated

Description:

This rare and historically significant book package includes the first and second correspondence published by Bill Wilson on his research into Vitamin B-3 (Niacin) Therapy as a treatment for Schizophrenia and Alcoholism. Both of these documents were Dr. Abram Hoffer’s personal copies, given to him directly by Bill Wilson himself, making this package a unique and valuable collector’s item for those interested in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous, the intersection of psychiatry, and the study of alternative treatments for mental health.

Key Features:

• First Document (December 1965):
  This initial correspondence, published by Bill Wilson, focuses on the early research surrounding the use of Vitamin B-3 (Niacin) in the treatment of alcoholism and schizophrenia. It includes detailed insights into Wilson’s evolving understanding of the potential therapeutic properties of B-3. This copy is inscribed by Bill Wilson to Dr. Abram Hoffer in January 1966, adding a personal and direct connection to the key figures in this pioneering research.

• Second Document (February 1968):
  The second correspondence, published in February 1968, expands on Wilson’s ongoing research and collaboration with Dr. Hoffer. It details further progress and findings in Vitamin B-3 Therapy. Dr. Hoffer has signed and dated this copy from April 1968, making it an important reference for anyone studying the development of these therapeutic treatments during that period.

• Provenance:
  Both documents are the personal copies of Dr. Abram Hoffer, one of the leading figures in the study of megavitamin therapy and its potential to treat schizophrenia, depression, and alcoholism. Dr. Hoffer’s close working relationship with Bill Wilson, who dedicated much of the 1960s to exploring alternative treatments for alcoholism, makes these documents a key historical artifact in the world of addiction recovery and psychiatry.

• Bill Wilson’s Role:
  Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, was deeply committed to exploring alternative treatments for alcoholism. His research into Vitamin B-3 therapy as a treatment for both schizophrenia and alcoholism represents a lesser-known chapter in the AA founder’s legacy. These documents capture the essence of his work during this period.

• Dr. Abram Hoffer’s Contribution:
  Dr. Abram Hoffer was a pioneer in the field of nutritional psychiatry and megavitamin therapy. Along with his research into Vitamin B-3, he conducted groundbreaking studies on the use of LSD as a treatment for alcoholism. His close collaboration with Bill Wilson helped shape the research behind the potential role of niacin in treating mental health conditions.

Condition:

Both documents are in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of age and wear. The inscriptions and dates by Bill Wilson and Dr. Hoffer make these copies even more valuable. The personal and signed nature of the documents further elevates their historical significance.

A Unique and Important Piece of History

This rare book package offers an intimate look into Bill Wilson’s personal involvement in alternative therapeutic research during the 1960s, alongside the pioneering work of Dr. Abram Hoffer. With both documents signed, inscribed, and dated by the key figures involved, this collection is a rare opportunity to own a piece of AA and psychiatric history.

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This is a must-have for collectors, researchers, and anyone interested in the intersection of addiction recovery, mental health, and alternative therapies.