The Anonymous Society: Identity, Transformation and Anonymity in 12 Step Associations

Bok av Catarina Frois
The Anonymous Society is an in-depth anthropological study conducted in Portugal among the 12-Step associations Alcoholics Anonymous, Families Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. Here, the author explores thoroughly issues like therapy, addiction, ritual, religion, identity and anonymity, providing an insightful knowledge of these associations' importance in contemporary society.