Ernest Kurtz
American historian of addiction and recovery studies, best known for Not-God: A History of Alcoholics Anonymous (1979) and coauthor of The Spirituality of Imperfection; his work significantly shaped scholarly understanding of AA and spirituality in recovery.
Books
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1. The Spirituality Of Imperfection
Storytelling and the Search for Meaning
A reflective exploration of a practical, story-centered spirituality rooted in accepting human limitations, this work shows how meaning and serenity arise not from perfection but from honesty, humility, gratitude, and compassion. Drawing on diverse wisdom and the experience of recovery communities, it illustrates how sharing stories, embracing paradox, and letting go of control help us live more fully in the present. By reframing weakness as a path to connection and growth, it invites readers to find grace in the ordinary, messy process of being human.
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