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Browse the latest additions to Recovery Collectibles, including rare books, pamphlets, periodicals, signed works, memorabilia, and archival material connected to Alcoholics Anonymous, Twelve Step recovery, and the broader history of recovery movements. New items are added regularly, so check back often for recently listed collectibles and historical pieces.
The A.A. Grapevine — March 1947 — Vol. III, No. 10
An original March 1947 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published during the magazine’s early large-format years. The issue opens with “Remembering a G...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — June 1955 — Vol. XII, No. 1
An original June 1955 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published immediately before Alcoholics Anonymous held its 20th Anniversary Convention in St. Lo...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — July 1955 — 20th Anniversary Convention Issue
An original July 1955 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published as the 20th Anniversary and International Convention Number following A.A.’s historic ...
View full detailsSaturday Evening Post — March 1, 1941 — “Alcoholics Anonymous” by Jack Alexander
The March 1, 1941 issue of The Saturday Evening Post contains one of the most important articles in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. Written by...
View full detailsAlcoholics Anonymous — Early January 1944 Promotional Pamphlet
Published by The Alcoholic Foundation, Inc. · New York · Copyright 1943 An uncommon early Alcoholics Anonymous pamphlet issued during the Fellowshi...
View full detailsLiberty Magazine — September 30, 1939 “Alcoholics and God” by Morris Markey
Published just months after the first printing of Alcoholics Anonymous, this September 30, 1939 issue of Liberty magazine contains Morris Markey’s ...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — March 1948 — Vol. IV, No. 10
An original March 1948 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published during the magazine’s early large-format years. This issue includes Bill W.’s editori...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — April 1948 — Vol. IV, No. 11
An original April 1948 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published during the magazine’s early large-format years. This issue is especially notable for ...
View full detailsThe Varieties of Religious Experience — William James Tenth Impression — July 1904
An early 1904 printing of William James’s landmark work, The Varieties of Religious Experience: A Study in Human Nature—one of the most influential...
View full detailsMarty Mann’s New Primer on Alcoholism — Signed by Marty Mann
A signed copy of one of the most recognized books written by Marty Mann, a pioneering figure in the history of alcoholism education and recovery ad...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — July 1954 — Vol. XI, No. 2
An original July 1954 issue of The A.A. Grapevine featuring “A Letter to the Groups from Bill.” In the letter, Bill W. explains the General Service...
View full detailsA.A. Group Directory — Spring 1949
Published by The Alcoholic Foundation An uncommon early directory documenting the remarkable growth and international reach of Alcoholics Anonymous...
View full detailsA.A. Tradition: “Our Experience Has Taught Us…” Works Publishing, Inc. · 1947 · First Printing
An important early Alcoholics Anonymous publication documenting the development of what would become A.A.’s Second Legacy—Unity. Published by Works...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — September 1954 Volume XI, Number 4
An original September 1954 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published during a period of significant growth and development within Alcoholics Anonymous...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — January 1961 Volume 17, Number 8
This original January 1961 issue of The A.A. Grapevine features the striking mid-century cover introducing “How to Drink with Impunity (or Anyone E...
View full detailsProgram — 25th Anniversary International Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous Long Beach, California · July 1–3, 1960
Original program booklet from Alcoholics Anonymous’ 25th Anniversary International Convention, held in Long Beach, California, over the Fourth of J...
View full detailsList of A.A. Groups as of August 1948 — With Original Contributions Insert
Published by The Alcoholic Foundation, Inc. An exceptionally early directory documenting the remarkable growth of Alcoholics Anonymous only thirtee...
View full detailsSecond Reader for Alcoholics Anonymous Early Akron A.A. Pamphlet
Published by A.A. of Akron, Second Reader for Alcoholics Anonymous was created for members moving beyond the initial excitement of sobriety and beg...
View full detailsAA World Group Directory — Spring 1951
Published by The Alcoholic Foundation, Inc. A remarkable snapshot of Alcoholics Anonymous at a pivotal point in its early development. Published by...
View full detailsThe A.A. Grapevine — July 1948 — Vol. V, No. 2
An original July 1948 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published during the magazine’s early years. The lead article, “Groups Form World-Wide Chain of ...
View full detailsA.A. General Meetings — Southern California Area Program — March 17–18, 1951 — Bill W. and the Third Legacy
An original program from the Alcoholics Anonymous General Meetings of the Southern California Area, held in Los Angeles on March 17 and 18, 1951. T...
View full detailsThe Following of Christ — Inscribed and Signed by Sister Ignatia — 1948
A meaningful association copy of The Following of Christ by Thomas à Kempis, inscribed and signed by Sister Mary Ignatia Gavin on October 31, 1948....
View full detailsThe Alcoholic Foundation Bulletin No. 7 — August 3, 1949 — Early A.A. Headquarters Reorganization
An important original bulletin issued by The Alcoholic Foundation, General Headquarters—Alcoholics Anonymous, dated August 3, 1949. Marked “CONFIDE...
View full detailsBottle Fatigue — Official Souvenir Edition for A.A.’s First International Convention — Cleveland, 1950
A rare official souvenir edition of Bottle Fatigue by noted American cartoonist Virgil Franklin Partch, better known by his signature, VIP. This sp...
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