Lois Remembers signed by Lois W. - First Printing from 1979
Lois Remembers
First Printing (1979) — Signed by Lois Wilson
Original Dust Jacket | Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters
This is a First Printing (1979) of Lois Remembers, personally signed by Lois Wilson with the signature “Lois” on the first page. Lois Wilson was the co-founder of Al-Anon Family Groups and the wife of Bill W., co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Lois Remembers is Lois Wilson’s deeply personal memoir, offering a rare, firsthand account of the early years of Alcoholics Anonymous and the later formation of Al-Anon—told from the perspective of the woman who lived alongside its history as it unfolded.
Book Details
Title: Lois Remembers
Author: Lois Wilson
Publisher: Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc.
Year: 1979
Printing: First Printing
Binding: Hardcover
Dust Jacket: Original, present
Signature: Hand-signed by Lois Wilson (“Lois”) on the first page
Historical Significance
Personal memoir of Lois W., co-founder of Al-Anon. Firsthand account of the early formation of Alcoholics Anonymous. Chronicles the development of the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. Documents the origins of Al-Anon and Alateen. Signed copies are increasingly scarce and highly sought after by AA and Al-Anon collectors.
Lois recounts her childhood, her marriage to Bill Wilson, the painful years of alcoholism, Bill’s spiritual awakening, and the founding of AA with Dr. Bob in Akron, Ohio. She also tells the story of how spouses and families of alcoholics found their own path to recovery through the creation of Al-Anon.
Condition
Book: Overall Good condition. Minor wear to corners of the cover. Signed by Lois Wilson on the first page. A previous owner stamped their address on the inside of the front cover. No other writing, highlighting, or markings. Binding remains solid; pages are clean and intact.
Dust Jacket: Original dust jacket present. Edge wear consistent with age. No major losses; remains fully intact and displayable.
Please review all photos carefully to assess exact condition.
Collector Notes
Signed first printings of Lois Remembers are an important cornerstone for collections focused on AA, Al-Anon, and recovery history. Lois Wilson’s signature adds exceptional historical and emotional significance, connecting this copy directly to one of the most influential figures in recovery fellowship history.
An excellent addition to an AA or Al-Anon archive, institutional collection, or recovery-focused library.
