Dec 05, 2017 patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 clip4. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. The lightning tree is a companion short story in shelve the lightning tree. While its not the third book in the kingkiller chronicle series, and we certainly dont expect it to be, as great books take time and the first two books in the series have tremendous reread value in fact, i am in the process of re. May 15, 2009 i just love the world of patrick rothfuss. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss overdrive. In his free time patrick writes a satirical humor column, practices civil disobedience, and dabbles in alchemy.
Author patrick rothfuss teaches english at the university of wisconsinstevens point, and he describes himself in selfdeprecating terms. He is a man whose name has become legend with many stories and theories that have been passed around, however kvothe is the only one who knows the truth behind the myth and legend. The riveting firstperson narrative of a young man who grows to be the most notorious magician his world has ever seen. At the time, i had been plowing through books, and ive since discovered that this is not the way to get to know or appreciate the name of the wind. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 by. The name of the wind is the first volume in the kingkiller chronicles and tells the story of the notorious wizard kvothe. Linmanuel miranda hes bloody good, this rothfuss guy. Name of the wind was like a nicely aged scotch or wine, just smoothing going down. The name of the wind ebook by patrick rothfuss author, isbn.
Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss. The kingkiller chronicle is a fantasy series by patrick rothfuss, which recounts the story of kvothe, an adventurer and musician. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. The social satire, the exposition of societys flaws and the way the author explains this universes magic as if it were science help create a truly immersive world full of misteries but where everything can be explained and comprehended in detail. Patrick rothfuss, kingkiller chronicles, first edition abebooks. Say instead that the name of the wind is one of the best stories told in any medium in a decade. Storytelling gives the author an opportunity to show their experiences and reflect their beliefs within the world they are creating. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling fantasy author of the name of the wind, the wise mans fear, and his latest, the slow regard of silent things rothfuss graciously answered a few questions for book riot recently, including questions about the upcoming movietv showgame deal for the kingkiller chronicles series and his current worldbuilders fundraiser. From his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, to years spent as a nearferal orphan in a crime ridden city, to his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of magic, the name of the wind is a masterpiece that transports. The mere beginnings of kvothes rise to power and the foreshadowed devestation he one day brings are still yet to be explored in book 2. Book 1 of the kingkiller chronicles is by far one of the best written books ive ever read. The world of the name of the wind is populated by people with chronic head trauma.
The rules for the world of name of the wind may seem familiar, as if they are nods to a handful of classic fantasy texts. The name of the wind ebook by patrick rothfuss author. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, book 1 clip1. This unread book is guaranteed to be a 1st edition, 1st printing. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. The name of the wind is quite simply the best fantasy novel of the past 10 years, although attaching a genre qualification threatens to damn it with faint praise. Jun 27, 2017 last month may 26, patrick rothfuss revealed that a tenthanniversary edition of the name of the wind would be coming out later this year. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss about a book. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. Author patrick rothfuss teaches english at the university of wisconsinstevens point, and he describes himself in self.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss overdrive rakuten. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the name of the wind. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind quotes 53 quotes its hard to be wrongfully accused, but its worse when the people looking down on you are clods who have never read a book or traveled more than twenty miles from the place they were born. Sequel to the extraordinary the name of the wind, the wise mans fear is the second instalment of this superb fantasy trilogy from patrick rothfuss. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 clip4. The first two books, the name of the wind and the wise mans fear, were. Patrick rothfuss announces the name of the wind tenth. Patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. This deluxe, illustrated edition celebrates the new york timesbestselling series, the kingkiller chroniclea masterful epic fantasy saga that has inspired readers. From his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, to years spent as a nearferal orphan in a crime ridden city, to his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of magic, the name of the wind is a masterpiece that transports readers into the body and. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss book notes.
I love kvothe and i love that its his story in his own words but you are still left wondering how he got to be this larger than life figure. In the wise mans fear, kvothe searches for answers, attempting to uncover the truth about the. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, first edition. After gaining his reputation at a very young age with included being expelled from university younger than most who are allowed in, talking to gods and writing songs, he dissapeared. Harry potter fans craving a new mindblowing series should look no further than the name of the wind the first book in a trilogy about an orphan boy who becomes a legend. Name of the wind is only day 1 of a three day story kvothe has prepared to tell the chronicler. I cant exactly put my finger on what i loved about the book so much, but i have come to a comparison that i like. Rothfuss and kvothe will lead you on a journey through a world that exalts knowledge and storytelling. His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. This book follows his life from his childhood as part of a troupe of travelling performers, to his quest to. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the. Dec 07, 2017 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss my rating.
Mar 27, 2007 the name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss. His first novel, the name of the wind, was a publishers weekly best book of the year. Storytelling gives the author an opportunity to show their experiences and reflect their beliefs within the. The first two books, the name of the wind and the wise mans fear, were released in 2007. Mar 27, 2007 a highaction story written with a poets hand, the name of the wind is a masterpiece that will transport readers into the body and mind of a wizard. I have to say this book and the sequel wise mans fear are the 2 most intricate, emotional, engaging, interesting, cleverly written books i have ever read. The story of kote the innkeeper reliving his youth as kvothe is simultaneously fascinating and heartbreaking on several occasions.
The kingkiller chronicle 2 book series kindle edition. I survived on an average of 2 hours of sleep per day to finish this book as soon as possible. I never felt readers fatigue while reading this novel. Rothfuss also notes that the name of the wind underwent such a radical reworking over the course of those 15 years that main story threads vital to the novel, such as auri, devi, and the mystery.
He loves words, laughs often, and refuses to dance. Grief theory in name of the wind, patrick rothfuss gives life to the four corners of civilization through his storytelling. Last month may 26, patrick rothfuss revealed that a tenthanniversary edition of the name of the wind would be coming out later this year. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, day one author. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9781473223073, available at book. The new cover of patrick rothfuss the name of the wind is. The name of the wind is the first novel in an epic fantasy series following the life of kvothe, once a hero with names such as kvothe the bloodless and kingkiller, now an innkeep, telling his story in full for the first time. The story is narrated from the third person, but mostly consists of kvothe narrating his life to a scribe in the first person. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. The name of the wind is an overall nice book and hopefully sets up a lot more exciting stuff in the next two books of patrick rothfuss trilogy. Full of secrets and mysteries, the slow regard of silent things is the story of a broken girl trying to live in a broken world.
A highaction story written with a poets hand, the name of the wind is a masterpiece that will transport readers into the body and mind of a wizard. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, book 1 clip1 duration. Published april 2007 by penguin group daw first published march 27th 2007 more details. The kingkiller chronicle series by patrick rothfuss. Patrick loves words, laughs often, and dabbles in alchemy. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy. While its not the third book in the kingkiller chronicle series, and we certainly dont expect it to be, as great books take time and the first two books in the series have tremendous reread value in fact, i am in the process of rereading the wise. Harry potter fans craving a new mindblowing series should look no further than the name of the windthe first book in a trilogy about an orphan boy who becomes a legend. If you are unfamiliar with it, the name of the wind is the first book in the kingkiller chronicles, which is a trilogy that focuses on the story of kvothe. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfuss s vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller. Name of the wind by patrick rothfuss 86 words bartleby.
Patrick rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous terry brooks this is a magnificent book anne mccaffrey the name of the wind has everything. The name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss. Books by patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind. This is supposed to be the series that eclipses the lord of the rings and redefines the genre.
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His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus. The name of the wind patrick rothfuss home facebook. Theyve even begun to feel it in the waystone inn, where an innkeeper who is more than he seems is trying to laylow and remain unnoticed. Patrick rothfuss, kingkiller chronicles, first edition. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss harry potter and the deathly hallows by j. Jun 12, 2008 buy the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. From the characters to the environments everything is connected in a way that makes perfect sense. Pat rothfuss continues his interview with orion books, discussing his creation of a realistic university world in the name of the wind, his own. I just finished name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, dang was that a smooth read. Patrick rothfuss on why it took 15 years to write the name. Read the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss available from rakuten kobo. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind quotes archives.