| Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions | |
| Author: | Bill W. |
| Country: | United States of America |
| Language: | English |
| Subject: | Alcoholism, Alcoholics Anonymous, Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions |
| Published: | 1953 Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. |
| Media Type: | Print (Hardback, Paperback and Online) |
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions is a 1953 book, which explains the 24 basic principles of Alcoholics Anonymous and their application.[1] The book dedicates a chapter to each step and each tradition, providing a detailed interpretation of these principles for personal recovery and the organization of the group.[2] Bill W. began work on this project in early 1952. By 1957, 50,000 copies were in circulation.
The book is commonly used at AA meetings and other 12-step programs. A step or tradition is chosen to read and discuss as a prompt for a topic of discussion or sharing at the meeting.[3]