{"product_id":"sister-ignatia-angel-of-alcoholics-anonymous-mary-darrah-1992","title":"Sister Ignatia: Angel of Alcoholics Anonymous — Mary C. Darrah (1992)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOffered here is a beautiful 1992 hardcover copy of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSister Ignatia: Angel of Alcoholics Anonymous\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Mary C. Darrah, published by Loyola University Press, Chicago, with its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eoriginal dust jacket\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis important biography tells the remarkable story of Sister Mary Ignatia Gavin, one of the most influential figures in the early history of Alcoholics Anonymous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWorking alongside Dr. Bob Smith in Akron, Ohio, Sister Ignatia helped establish a compassionate approach to treating alcoholism at a time when the condition was widely misunderstood and those suffering from it were often denied hospital care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHer work at St. Thomas Hospital in Akron, and later at St. Vincent Charity Hospital in Cleveland, helped countless individuals find treatment, dignity, and a path toward recovery. Affectionately remembered as the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e“Angel of Alcoholics Anonymous,”\u003c\/span\u003e Sister Ignatia became an enduring symbol of service and compassion within the Fellowship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAuthor Mary C. Darrah draws upon historical research, personal accounts, and the experiences of those who knew Sister Ignatia to document her extraordinary life and lasting contributions to alcoholism treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe book includes a foreword by John C. Ford, S.J., historical photographs, extensive notes, a bibliography, and an index. It also explores Sister Ignatia’s relationships with Dr. Bob, Bill Wilson, and other important figures in the development of Alcoholics Anonymous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAn essential historical reference for anyone interested in the early years of A.A., the role of women in its development, and the evolution of alcoholism treatment in America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Sister Ignatia: Angel of Alcoholics Anonymous\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Mary C. Darrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eForeword:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e John C. Ford, S.J.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Loyola University Press, Chicago\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 1992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Hardcover, burgundy cloth with gilt spine lettering\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Original dust jacket\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Like-new hardcover; excellent original dust jacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe book is in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eexceptional, like-new condition\u003c\/span\u003e, with no noticeable wear to the hardcover binding. The burgundy cloth boards are clean, and the gilt spine lettering is bright and well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe interior pages are clean and unmarked, with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eno writing, inscriptions, highlighting, or other markings\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe original illustrated dust jacket is in excellent condition, retaining its vibrant purple coloring and attractive photographic design. There is minor wear along the upper edges, including a small area of wear near the top of the spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOverall, a beautifully preserved copy of this important A.A. historical biography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for the exact condition of the book and original dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector Significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMary Darrah’s \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSister Ignatia: Angel of Alcoholics Anonymous\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e remains an important biographical reference documenting the life of one of A.A.’s most beloved early figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIts detailed account of Sister Ignatia’s work alongside Dr. Bob and her pioneering contributions to alcoholism treatment makes it a valuable addition to any collection of Alcoholics Anonymous history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAn exceptionally well-preserved 1992 hardcover copy with its original dust jacket, ideal for collectors, researchers, and students of recovery history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recovery Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67660059574514,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/4625\/0120\/files\/0AB0DE04-EF1A-492E-B42D-06FA23F6A8D2.jpg?v=1791518201","url":"https:\/\/recoverycollectibles.com\/products\/sister-ignatia-angel-of-alcoholics-anonymous-mary-darrah-1992","provider":"Recovery Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}