three powerful movements provided the foundation for a fourth movement. t is the self help movement of Alcoholics Anonymous often reffered to as A.A, It's success and growth has been unequaled by the previous three movements as it has spread acroos the globe A.A. itself has become the foundation for 100's of other Self help movements. This collection of three books gives a clearer picture of how the roots of A.A, were formed.. The collection starts with Sam Shoemakers American Implementation then moves into the initial Oxford Group movement, and ends up with William Booth's the Salvation Army That has been helping people start new lives for over 150 years. The common thread of all movements is turning to God for your strength and Answers. God Bless You Tuchy Palmieri