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Bill W. : A Biography of Alcoholics Anonymous Cofounder Bill Wils
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Name
- St. Martin's Press
- ISBN
- 9780312283919
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
ISBN-10
0312283911
ISBN-13
9780312283919
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1981090
Product Key Features
Book Title
Bill W. : a Biography of Alcoholics Anonymous Cofounder Bill Wilson
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Philosophers, Substance Abuse & Addictions / Drugs, Substance Abuse & Addictions / Alcohol, Twelve-Step Programs
Publication Year
2001
Illustrator
Yes
Features
Revised
Genre
Self-Help, Biography & Autobiography
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
12.7 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
Francis Hartigan has written a thorough, workmanlike biography of Bill Wilson that details all Wilson's sinnings and failings and his crowning achievement, the founding of AA., "An up-close and personal view of an exceedingly strange and influential man." --The Washington Times "[Hartigan's] book approaches Wilson's life with refreshing candor." --Boston Globe "A readable, informative, succinct, respectful, but nonreverential biography of Bill Wilson...Hartigan depicts Wilson as not only an organizational genius, but also as an amazingly resilient, largely appealing, and otherwise immensely interesting human being." --Kirkus Reviews "Francis Hartigan has written a thorough, workmanlike biography of Bill Wilson that details all Wilson's sinnings and failings and his crowning achievement, the founding of AA." --Roanoke Times & World News, "An up-close and personal view of an exceedingly strange and influential man." -- The Washington Times "[Hartigan's] book approaches Wilson's life with refreshing candor." -- Boston Globe "A readable, informative, succinct, respectful, but nonreverential biography of Bill Wilson...Hartigan depicts Wilson as not only an organizational genius, but also as an amazingly resilient, largely appealing, and otherwise immensely interesting human being." -- Kirkus Reviews "Francis Hartigan has written a thorough, workmanlike biography of Bill Wilson that details all Wilson's sinnings and failings and his crowning achievement, the founding of AA." -- Roanoke Times & World News, A readable, informative, succinct, respectful, but nonreverential biography of Bill Wilson...Hartigan depicts Wilson as not only an organizational genius, but also as an amazingly resilient, largely appealing, and otherwise immensely interesting human being.
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
When Bill Wilson, with his friend Dr. Bob Smith, founded Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935, his hope was that AA would become a safe haven for those who suffered from this disease. Thirty years after his death, AA continues to help millions of alcoholics recover from what had been commonly regarded as a hopeless addiction. Still, while Wilson was a visionary for millions, he was no saint. After cofounding Alcoholics Anonymous, he stayed sober for over thirty-five years, helping countless thousands rebuild their lives. But at the same time, Wilson suffered form debilitating bouts of clinical depression, was a womanizer, and experimented with LSD. Francis Hartigan, the former secretary and confidant to Wilson's wife, Lois, has exhaustively researched his subject, writing with a complete insider's knowledge. Drawing on extensive interviews with Lois Wilson and scores of early members of AA, he fully explores Wilson's organizational genius, his devotion to the cause, and almost martyr-like selflessness. That Wilson, like all of us, had to struggle with his own personal demons makes this biography all the more moving and inspirational. Hartigan reveals the story of Wilson's life to be as humorous, horrific, and powerful as any of the AA vignettes told daily around the world.
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- a***r (271)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseSeller has been absolutely terrific. My post office screwed up and sent the item to the wrong neighborhood,so I never got the item but five stars for the quick shipping and communication. AAA seller
- s***r (679)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseA++++ Exactly as described, fast shipping, GREAT SELLER!!!Vintage 1991 DISNEY ROCKETEER giant sticker Book , New Old Stock (#126118638006)
- _***f (246)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseFast shipping great price item was exactly as described TYHabit Scent Factor Mens L Mossy Oak Camo 1/4 Zip Pullover Hunting Long sleeve (#126475708110)