The AA Way of Life: As Bill Sees It - 5th Printing from 1974
The A.A. Way of Life: As Bill Sees It
Selected Writings of A.A.’s Co-Founder
Fifth Printing — 1974
Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc., New York
Description
Offered here is a Fifth Printing (1974) of The A.A. Way of Life: As Bill Sees It, a cornerstone daily reader drawn directly from the writings and correspondence of Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill W.
First published in 1967, As Bill Sees It was designed to serve as a companion volume for meditation, group discussion, and personal reflection. The book compiles hundreds of excerpts from Bill Wilson’s letters, essays, and previously published A.A. literature, offering insight into nearly every aspect of A.A.’s spiritual program, principles, and practical application.
Unlike narrative recovery stories, this volume reflects Bill’s mature thinking after decades of experience guiding the Fellowship. Topics include humility, surrender, emotional sobriety, service, spiritual growth, and the challenges of living the A.A. way of life long-term. It remains one of the most widely used daily readers in Alcoholics Anonymous.
This copy includes its original orange dust jacket, featuring the iconic mid-century design associated with early printings of the book.
Publication Details
Title: The A.A. Way of Life: As Bill Sees It
Author: Bill W. (William G. Wilson)
Publisher: Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.
Copyright: 1967
Printing: Fifth Printing — 1974
Binding: Hardcover
Dust Jacket: Original
Condition
Book: Very Good. Clean, solid binding with minimal wear. Covers present well.
Dust Jacket: Very Good. Some edge wear and fading at the spine, consistent with age.
Interior: One handwritten ownership note on the front end page. No additional writing, markings, or damage. Pages are clean and well preserved.
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Historical & Collector Significance
As Bill Sees It offers an unmatched window into Bill Wilson’s personal philosophy and spiritual outlook beyond the Big Book. For collectors of A.A. literature, recovery history, or Bill W. writings, early printings with original dust jackets remain highly desirable.
A classic daily reader that continues to shape A.A. practice worldwide — and an essential volume for any recovery or Alcoholics Anonymous collection.
