Alcoholics Anonymous First Edition 9th Printing Signed and inscribed by Bill Wilson to Anne Bingham

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Alcoholics Anonymous First Edition 9th Printing Signed and inscribed by Bill Wilson to Devoe and Anne Bingham in December 1945. Anne Bingham is recognized as the cofounder of Al-Anon with Lois Wilson. This is very special inscription as this was gifted to Devoe and Anne six years before the founding of Al-Anon. Devoe was an alcoholic in AA and became friends with the Wilson?s along with Anne. The inscription by Bill reads: ?Dear Devoe &Anne, Lois &I cannot tell how much we appreciate your friendship and the thousand thoughtful acts by which you have shown it. Merry Christmas, Bill. Dec/45? The inscription is dated December 1945 which was one month prior to the official public release of the 9th printing Big Book(January 1946). First Edition conditions: This book is in good condition but has experienced some wear. There is wear to the cover and spine of the book. The binding is loose and splitting inside of the back cover as webbing is exposed. There is a bookplate pasted on the inside of the front cover which states: ?From the Library of Anne Bingham? The inscription by Bill is on the first page of the book. There is no other writing or markings in the book.The bookcomes with an original dust jacket. The jacket has some edge wear and small tears. Please view all of the photos for the conditions. Seller Inventory # 0138

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Title: Alcoholics Anonymous First Edition 9th ...
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
Edition: 1st Edition