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"The Duck Commander Family: How Faith, Family, and Ducks Built a Dynasty" delves deeper into the latest favorite family on TLC's television show, Duck Dynasty. This traditional family from the Louisiana bayou made its fortune by creating and selling duck calls. The millionaires still rely on many of their values ingrained before they become wealthy.
The story introduces us to the Robertson family. The relationship between the Robertson brothers is unique and we learn more about Willie, Jase, Jep, and another brother who is not featured on the television show. Parents Phil and Kay share their thoughts, and we get to look into the lives of Korie, the wife of Willie, and how she manages to raise a family and find time to look beautiful and stylish when she's constantly surrounded by duck hunters.
The Robertson's are not your typical redneck family. Despite their rise in income, they still live in the bayou and they have strong family ties. Family sticks together, and they share stories that show good times and bad, and how the family worked together to get where they are today. Since much of the family history and current decisions get made around the dinner table, chapters in the book are named by notable family dishes including "Fried Bologna," "Chicken Strips," and "Duck Gumbo."
Faith is another important facet to the Robertson family. They share unashamedly about their Christian faith, and share how it is important to their financial and personal success.
Lastly, the Robertson's share about business. Hear business tips mixed in with humorous stories that tell how the business started and how it got to where it is today.
Husband and wife team, Willie and Korie Robertson authored the story of this family. Willie is the CEO of Duck Commander which sells duck calls, clothing, and videos. Korie helped Willie take the business from a small family venture to a multimillion dollar company and continues to work as the office manager. They have four children and live in West Monroe, Louisiana.
"I love this family, and I really enjoyed learning more about Phil and Kay's early beginning. This is another story of redemption and compassion as Kay forgives a Phil that we would never expect existed from what we see of him today. There is always an opportunity to trade the wrong road for the right one and Phil is wonderful example of this. The only recipe in this book I am going to try is the dumplings, I expect it will work as well in Turkey broth as it does in squirrel broth."
— Joanne (4 out of 5 stars)
Publisher Summary
Meet the Robertsons in this personal behind-the-scenes look at the stars of the exploding A&E® show Duck Dynasty®.
What do faith, family, ducks, and money have in common? The well-known stars of A&E’s hit show Duck Dynasty—Korie and Willie Robertson! From Louisiana’s bayou comes the story of how the Robertson family went from eating fried bologna sandwiches to consuming fine filet mignon.
Part redneck logic, part humorous family stories, combined with family-business tips and faith, this book is the inside sneak peek for everything you wanted to know about being a Robertson. You’ll find out things about this lovable family that you won’t see on the popular TV show—such as how the family survived while Miss Kay worked days and left the boys in the care of eight-year-old older brother Alan. You’ll get to know the beautiful Korie Robertson—how she met Willie, what their dating days were like, and how she juggles being a mom to their children, a wife to Willie, and an active partner in the family business. In addition, you’ll get a taste of the Robertson clan’s famous food, through recipes included in each chapter, and you’ll see childhood photos of Willie and Korie, photos of Willie before the beard, and photos of their children and all of the Robertson clan.
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Awards
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A New York Times bestseller
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A USA Today bestseller
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A Publishers Weekly bestseller
The Duck Commander Family Listener Reviews
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" Love the show. This was a fairly quick read based on Willie & Korie's story. A basic view of the Robertsons family view. You can tell that a lot went untold but that's ok. They obviously were careful not to bring their family into too tight a focus. It must be difficult to be so in the public eye & yet maintain a level of normalcy. It's interesting to see how sometimes a simple idea can grow beyond the thinkers original concept. A duck call that sounds like a duck. But the tale also shows how hard & persistent work pays off. "
— Leslie, 2/18/2014 -
" I love Duck Dynasty! This book was basically behind the scenes information on how this family has come to be the people we know and love on TV. Such a sweet story of how God leads those who make room for Him to do so. "
— Ashley, 2/16/2014 -
" This book could have been 100 pages shorter. The first half was interesting and funny but the second half was just a repeat of how much family means to them. I would borrow this book but I wouldn't pay for it. "
— Brittan, 2/8/2014 -
" I love this family. So grounded, funny & lovely. Great story that will remind you life is what you make of it. "
— Catherine, 1/31/2014 -
" If you love the show, you'll enjoy the book. I did skim through some if the parts towards the end. "
— Pam, 1/22/2014 -
" I enjoy Duck Dynasty so I also enjoyed this book. Quick read. "
— Jill, 1/10/2014 -
" Cute stories, the writing was a little repetitive and basic. This is worth checking out from your library, but not necessarily buying, unless you are a huge fan. "
— Halley, 1/6/2014 -
" I loved this book, it was a great read! I would recommend it to anyone, i think everyone would love it as well. "
— Hope, 12/15/2013 -
" I loved this book! It was a quick read and for a duck dynasty fan, it gave great background as to where the company and the beards were before a&e :). Each chapter starts with a bible verse and ends with a recipe! Would recommend this to anyone! "
— Christy, 11/20/2013 -
" Loved the simple message behind all the fun. Jesus first and rest will follow "
— Corrina, 11/16/2013 -
" Great insider to the Robertson family. Makes you laugh. :) "
— Jaime, 10/31/2013 -
" Great book! Even if u are. It a fan of the show read it anyway! If you are a fan of the show, you will enjoy it so much more!! "
— Lindsey, 10/2/2013 -
" Exactly what you'd expect. It's nice to hear the story if the family business and get a but of behind the scenes at everything. "
— James, 8/20/2013 -
" LOVED Korie' s part of the book. :) "
— Haley, 8/19/2013 -
" What a wonderful read! Such an amazing story! "
— Crissy, 7/3/2013 -
" I truly loved this book! Loved the style of writing and family background; it anwsered so many of my questions! Anyone who enjoys ducks faith or family, this is your type of read! ;) "
— Torense, 6/12/2013 -
" If you love the show, you'll absolutely love this book. "
— Anna, 6/10/2013 -
" A must read for you if you love this wonderful family!! I read it and so have my kids and husband. I just love the hard working and down to earth duck dynasty family!! "
— Janette, 2/23/2013 -
" Worth my $$ and time reading into this book :) "
— Melissa, 2/16/2013 -
" If you like Duck Dynasty, you will love this book. It is the story of Willie and his family, how they began their business and what has made them successful. Willie and Korie share thoughts about marriage and children and throw in a few recipes to boot. Quick read. "
— Melanie, 2/4/2013 -
" Love this family in every possible way. Book was great. Cool recipes too. Can't get enough DD!!! "
— Melissa, 11/19/2012
About the Authors
Willie Robertson is the CEO of Duck Commander, a family operated business that creates products for duck hunters, including duck calls, clothes, and videos. Willie, along with his wife and business partner, also owns and operates Buck Commander, where they create products for deer hunters. Willie took the family duck-call company from a living room operation to a multimillion-dollar business. Willie lives with his family in West Monroe, Louisiana.
Korie Robertson is an art education major living in West Monroe, Louisiana. She and her husband star on A&E’s hit show Duck Dynasty and own and operate Duck Commander, a family operated business that creates products for duck hunters including duck calls, clothes, and videos. They also own and operate Buck Commander that creates product for deer hunters. Korie is involved in her local church teaching Bible classes to children and working in the church's summer camp program.