Day by Day - Daily Meditations from 1974
Day by Day
Daily Meditations
Hazelden · 1974
Early Hazelden Edition | Classic Daily Recovery Reader
Day by Day is a beloved daily meditation book first published in 1974 by the Hazelden Foundation. Written by members of the Young People’s Group in Denver, Colorado, this book was created to speak directly to alcoholics and addicts seeking a practical, spiritual way to live one day at a time.
Designed as a companion to Twenty-Four Hours a Day, Day by Day offers a meditation, reflection, and prayer for each day of the year. Its tone is direct, compassionate, and grounded in early Twelve Step spirituality, emphasizing personal growth, humility, honesty, and reliance on a Higher Power.
This title became a quiet staple in recovery circles, valued for its simplicity and accessibility, particularly among younger members and newcomers during the 1970s.
Book Details
Title: Day by Day
Subtitle: Daily Meditations
Publisher: Hazelden Foundation
Publication Year: 1974
Format: Hardcover
Binding: Cloth boards
Language: English
Printed in: United States of America
Historical Context & Significance
Written by the Young People’s Group in Denver, Colorado. Reflects mid-1970s recovery culture and spiritual language. Intended as a companion to Twenty-Four Hours a Day. Emphasizes daily practice, reflection, and spiritual growth. Widely used in AA and recovery communities during the 1970s and beyond.
This book captures a transitional era in recovery literature, bridging early AA spirituality with a newer generation seeking relatable, day-to-day guidance.
Condition
Very Good. Cloth boards clean and solid. Spine firm with clear title stamping. Pages clean and complete. Light toning consistent with age. Small handwritten price (“2.50”) noted on a blank front page. Personal library stamp on title page. No other writing, highlighting, or markings observed.
A well-preserved copy showing only minor, honest signs of age.
Collector Notes
Early Hazelden hardcover editions of Day by Day are increasingly difficult to find in this condition. While often used as a daily reader, copies that remain clean and intact are becoming scarce.
A meaningful addition for collectors of AA and recovery history. Hazelden publications. Daily meditation and spiritual literature. Mid-20th-century Twelve Step resources.
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