Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions Third Printing — December 1958 — Original Dust Jacket

Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions
Third Printing — December 1958
Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc.
Hardcover with Original Dust Jacket

Description

Offered here is an early Third Printing of Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, published by Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc. in December 1958.

First published in 1953, Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions became one of the most important books in Alcoholics Anonymous literature. Written by Bill W., the book expands on the spiritual principles of the Twelve Steps while also presenting the Twelve Traditions—the guiding principles that helped protect A.A.’s unity, anonymity, and singleness of purpose as the Fellowship continued to grow.

Early printings of the “12 & 12” are desirable collector pieces because they represent the first years of the book’s circulation within A.A. groups, sponsorship, step study, and service work.

Identifying the Third Printing

The Second and Third Printings of Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions are nearly identical, and neither printing is clearly labeled on the copyright page with a printing statement or year.

This copy can be verified as a Third Printing by checking the final line of text at the bottom of page 18, which reads:

“Grand Central Station, New York 17, N. Y., U.S.A.”

This line differs from the Second Printing and serves as an important identifying point for collectors.

Edition Details

Title: Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions
Author: Bill W.
Publisher: Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc.
Printing: Third Printing
Date: December 1958
Format: Hardcover
Dust Jacket: Original dust jacket present

Condition

This book is in good condition with general age and handling wear. There is a name written on the inside of the front cover. No other writing, highlighting, or markings are noted inside the book.

The original dust jacket is present and shows wear, including tears, stains, edge wear, and general age-related handling wear. Despite the jacket wear, the presence of the original dust jacket adds collector appeal to this early printing.

Please view all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

Collector’s Note

Early printings of Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions are an important part of any serious Alcoholics Anonymous literature collection. This Third Printing from December 1958 is especially meaningful as an early A.A. Publishing copy from the first decade of the book’s life.

A solid early example of one of A.A.’s cornerstone texts, complete with its original dust jacket.