The IWS Study Edition Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book - San Diego - 1995

Alcoholics Anonymous — IWS Study Edition Big Book

Commemorative 1995 International Convention Edition

60th Anniversary • San Diego

Description

This is an IWS (Independent World Services) Study Edition of Alcoholics Anonymous, featuring a commemorative imprint on the front cover for the 1995 International Convention in San Diego, held in celebration of AA’s 60th Anniversary (1935–1995).

The IWS Study Edition was created by an AA group dedicated to making the first 164 pages of the Big Book easier to study, understand, and access, while preserving the original, unaltered text. This edition is especially valued by members who study the Steps closely, sponsors, and study groups.

What Makes the IWS Study Edition Unique

This edition was carefully designed to support study without interpretation or opinion:

• Original Big Book text unchanged

• Footnoted explanations for obscure references (strictly factual, no commentary)

• Paragraph numbering system for group discussion and study

• Comprehensive index covering the first 164 pages

• Definitions of less common words drawn directly from Webster’s Dictionary

• Original Big Book Manuscript included in a retyped, readable format

  • Presented with a grey border to distinguish it from the published text

  • Original paragraph numbering preserved for side-by-side comparison

• Worldwide intergroup and central office listings in the back

This edition reflects a deep respect for AA’s Traditions, particularly the Fifth and Sixth Traditions, and emphasizes service to the still-suffering alcoholic.

About IWS

IWS is an AA group whose stated purpose is to carry the message through the distribution and study of the Big Book. The group operates on a non-profit basis, with proceeds used to donate literature to hospitals, detox units, shelters, and other places where cost is a barrier.

The group emphasizes that it is inside AA, not an outside enterprise, and that all publishing is handled separately to protect the spiritual integrity of the Fellowship.

Condition

Overall condition: Very Good. The cover shows minimal wear. Interior pages are clean and intact. Handwritten inscription in the first page. No other writing, highlighting, or markings inside. Binding solid with no loose pages.

Please review all photographs carefully to assess the exact condition.