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Dr Silkworth, Bill W. and Sobriety
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Dr Silkworth, Bill W. and Sobriety
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Dr. Silkworth, Bill W. and Sobriety
How Dr. Silkworth Helped Alcoholics Anonymous Co-Founder Bill W. Find Sobriety
This compelling historical account explores the pivotal relationship between Dr. William D. Silkworth—one of the earliest physicians to specialize in treating alcoholism—and Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill Wilson.
Drawing from direct quotes of Bill W.’s recorded talks and rich biographical details of Dr. Silkworth, the book examines the critical period of Bill’s third stay at Towns Hospital, where he finally found lasting sobriety. Beyond this turning point, it explores Dr. Silkworth’s groundbreaking medical approach to addiction, his compassionate work with alcoholics and addicts, and the ways his ideas shaped the foundation of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Readers will also gain insight into the broader cultural context: the laws, customs, and shifting attitudes toward alcohol and drugs in early 20th-century America—an era when society’s understanding of addiction was undergoing profound transformation.
Why You’ll Love This Book
- Unique historical perspective: Learn how a physician’s compassion and insight influenced the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous.
- Firsthand accounts: Experience Bill W.’s story through his own recorded words, paired with detailed biographical research.
- Broader context: Understand how American culture, laws, and medical practice around addiction were changing during the early 1900s.
- Inspiration for recovery: Discover how one man’s guidance helped ignite a worldwide movement that continues to transform lives today.
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