The Alcoholic Wife - First Printing Pamphlet from January 1954
The Alcoholic Wife: A Message to Husbands
Publisher: Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc.
Date: January 1954
Edition: First Printing
Format: Pamphlet, stapled binding
Condition: Very Good – The pamphlet is well-preserved with some light wear to the cover. Interior pages are clean and unmarked. Please view all of the photos for the condition details.
Description:
This rare pamphlet, The Alcoholic Wife: A Message to Husbands, was first issued in January 1954 by Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc., and is approved by the General Service Conference of A.A. Written during a formative period in A.A.’s history, it is directed specifically to husbands whose wives struggle with alcoholism, offering both guidance and reassurance.
The text emphasizes how A.A. can help wives overcome their drinking problem and how understanding husbands can support recovery within the family. It reflects an early recognition of the unique challenges women faced with alcoholism during the 1950s and addresses concerns about family adjustments and support systems as sobriety is established.
Content Highlights:
- Advice for husbands in helping wives face alcoholism realistically.
- Discussion of how the A.A. program was working for many women.
- Emphasis on the power of A.A.’s fellowship and Twelve Steps in transforming family life.
Historical Significance:
This is the first printing of The Alcoholic Wife: A Message to Husbands, a piece of A.A. literature rarely seen today.
