{"product_id":"the-subconscious-mind-worcester-mccomb-coriat-1920","title":"The Subconscious Mind — Elwood Worcester, Samuel McComb \u0026 Isador H. Coriat","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1920 Edition | Emmanuel Movement | Early History of Alcoholism Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eOffered here is a 1920 edition of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Subconscious Mind\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Elwood Worcester, Samuel McComb, and Isador H. Coriat, three influential figures associated with the Emmanuel Movement, an early twentieth-century effort to combine religion, psychology, and medicine in the treatment of alcoholism and other conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePublished decades before the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, this work provides historical insight into the developing understanding of the subconscious mind, the relationship between spiritual and psychological healing, and the treatment methods that preceded modern approaches to addiction recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Emmanuel Movement and Early Alcoholism Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Emmanuel Movement began in 1906 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Boston under the leadership of Rev. Elwood Worcester and Rev. Samuel McComb, working in cooperation with medical professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAt a time when alcoholism was frequently regarded primarily as a moral failing, the movement sought to address the psychological, physical, and spiritual dimensions of human suffering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIts approach incorporated religious counseling, psychological suggestion, and medical supervision, reflecting an emerging interest in the relationship between the mind and physical health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe movement became an important chapter in the history of alcoholism treatment and contributed to the broader development of spiritually influenced recovery approaches in the decades preceding Alcoholics Anonymous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Subconscious Mind\u003c\/i\u003e explores the influence of subconscious processes on human behavior, emotional difficulties, habits, and personal transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe authors examine contemporary psychological theories alongside religious and therapeutic approaches, reflecting the developing understanding of the mind during the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTheir work offers a fascinating perspective on how physicians, psychologists, and religious leaders were attempting to understand and address problems that would later become central to addiction treatment and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFor researchers of Alcoholics Anonymous history, the Emmanuel Movement provides valuable context for understanding the earlier movements and treatment philosophies that helped shape the recovery landscape before 1935.\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=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Subconscious Mind\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Elwood Worcester, Samuel McComb \u0026amp; Isador H. Coriat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 1920\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubject:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Emmanuel Movement, Psychology, Spiritual Healing, Early Alcoholism Treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eGood overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe original hardcover binding exhibits age-related wear, including rubbing and wear to the covers and spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThere is handwriting on the first page, along with pencil markings on several interior pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe book remains an appealing historical reference copy despite these signs of previous ownership and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlease review the accompanying photographs for additional details regarding condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical \u0026amp; Collector Significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePublications associated with the Emmanuel Movement are particularly interesting to collectors and researchers studying the history of alcoholism treatment and the spiritual influences that preceded Alcoholics Anonymous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Subconscious Mind\u003c\/i\u003e documents an important period when religious leaders and medical professionals were exploring new approaches to psychological and behavioral problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhile not an Alcoholics Anonymous publication, the book provides valuable historical context for understanding the development of recovery thought in the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAn interesting addition to a collection focused on the Emmanuel Movement, early addiction treatment, religious psychology, or the historical foundations of modern recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recovery Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46043962769650,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/4625\/0120\/files\/7978CE4F-58A8-425E-90EE-7F03A3DA4D45.jpg?v=1715967091","url":"https:\/\/recoverycollectibles.com\/products\/the-subconscious-mind-worcester-mccomb-coriat-1920","provider":"Recovery Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}