The Big Bender by Charles Clapp Jr. - First Edition 1938 - ODJ

The Big Bender

by

Charles Clapp Jr.

First Edition 1938

With the Original Dust Jacket

This rare highly sought after book has been well recognized by AA collectors as a “must have”.

Charles Clapp Jr. tells of his struggle with alcoholism and his early experience with the Oxford Group and sobriety.

Charles Clapp was an Oxford Grouper, who AA founder Bill W had helped get sober in October of 1935. Clapp had been associated with Sam Shoemaker, but could not stay sober until he got help from Bill. "The Big Bender" relates that story. Clapp was from Bedford Hills. 

This book is in very good condition with minimal wear to the cover. There is some handwriting on the first page of the book. There is no other writing or markings in the book. The dust jacket has experienced wear with tears and stains.

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