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Author Wright Thompson joins Morning Joe to discuss his new book Pappyland: A Story of Family, Fine Bourbon, and The Things That Last. Dec. 31, 2020
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) Pappy Van Winkle wasnât always the most sought-after bourbon in the world.
In fact, the Van Winkle family would have faded from the distilling business altogether were it not for third-generation proprietor Julian Van Winkle IIIâs toiling in the 1980s and 1990s to revive his grandfatherâs legacy.
âThe thing you learn is that Julian inherited this failing business essentially in 1981, when his father died, and for 15 or 16 years he couldnât get anybody to buy this stuff,â said author and ESPN senior writer Wright Thompson.
âPAPPYLAND: A Story of Family, Fine Bourbon, and the Things That Lastâ,â details the history of Louisville s Van Winkle family in the bourbon distilling business.
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As many area residents plan to celebrate Christmas at home this year, local bookstore owners are touting the benefits of giving a good book for any age.
âI love books,â said Kara Fogle, owner of Booâs Books, a childrenâs bookstore at Fort Valley Nursery, 1175 S. Hisey Ave., Woodstock.
âA book is pretty versatile entertainment,â she said. â[Itâs] something that you can revisit over and over again. ⦠Itâs something that you can do anywhere, anytime.â
Whether youâre buying for a longtime book-lover or a new reader, she suggested people consider âexpanding horizonsâ through quality literature, illustrations, photography, education and an unforgettable story.