… the basic text for our Society …
… the main purpose of this book.
… the plan outlined in this book.
… the great news this book carries …
… the purpose of this book …
… few, to whom this book will appeal …
Its main object is to …

Since anything beyond a passive or casual reference to itself within any given book (such as on an introductory or dedication page) is somewhat unusual, we have taken a look at such references appearing within “Alcoholics Anonymous“, our Basic Text.