Alcoholics Anonymous Second Edition Big Book 11th Printing with ODJ
Alcoholics Anonymous (Big Book) — Second Edition — Eleventh Printing (September 1970) —
With Original Dust Jacket
Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.
DJ code on back flap: 65M–9/70(C)
Overview
Offered here is a Second Edition, Eleventh Printing (September 1970) of Alcoholics Anonymous—the classic Big Book—complete with its original dust jacket. This printing is clearly identified by the dust jacket code “65M–9/70(C)” on the back flap, a key point collectors look for on early-1970s Second Edition copies.
Why This Edition Matters (Second Edition, 1955–1976)
The Second Edition preserved the heart of the Big Book—the original core text (pages 1–165)—while reflecting the Fellowship’s enormous mid-century growth through expanded front matter and a thoroughly revised story section. By 1970, A.A. had grown from fewer than 100 members in 1939 to hundreds of thousands, and the Second Edition captures that evolution in real time.
Highlights of the Second Edition include:
- Expanded historical introduction/front matter and added endorsements
- A revised Personal Stories section with 37 case histories
- The iconic Second Edition jacket feature with the anonymity note:
“If you wish to preserve complete personal anonymity when carrying this book, just turn this jacket inside out…”
Edition / Printing Details
Title: Alcoholics Anonymous
Edition: Second Edition (1955)
Printing: Eleventh Printing
Date: September 1970
Publisher: Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.
Dust Jacket: Original present
Jacket code: 65M–9/70(C) (back flap)
Condition
Book: Good. The cover shows general age wear with a ring stain on the front cover.Spine and binding are secure and tight. Name handwritten on first page with the remainder of the book free from markings.
Dust Jacket: Original jacket present with ring stains on the front cover and edge wear and tears consistent with age and handling.
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A solid, collectible Second Edition Big Book—desirable 1970 Eleventh Printing with its original dust jacket.
