Co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (1895–1971), the treatment program which has helped millions of people recover from a disease long stigmatized and regarded as irreversible. Signed book: Alcoholics Anonymous. Thirteenth printing. NY: Works Publishing, 1950. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.5, 400 pages. Signed and inscribed in ink on the front free end page, “To Al McGrath: My greetings and best wishes! Ever yours, Bill Wilson, NY, Dec. 28/51.” Housed in a custom cloth clamshell box. A hint of subtle toning to signed page and the slightest suggestion of rubbing to jacket, otherwise fine, bright, fresh condition. A handsome copy of a title uncommon in signed examples. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
