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. Patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. This is a magnificent and wonderfullywritten epic fantasy novel. Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the. Perhaps some part of them does, but they are young, and drunk, and busy knowing deep in. Patrick somehow made it feel so comfortable and calm throughout the whole story. 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 waterstones. 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. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicles. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller. Master kilvin kingkiller chronicle wiki name of the wind patrick.
His first novel, the name of the wind, was a 2007 quill award winner and a publishers weekly best book of the year. Buy the mass market paperback book the name of the wind. Books by patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind. The story is narrated from the third person, but mostly consists of kvothe narrating his life to a scribe in the first person. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss has to be my favourite fantasy read of all time. Or failing that, do you know the answers to these trivia questions. Later, magwyn helps kvothe memorize the history and names of the carriers of his sword saicere. This is supposed to be the series that eclipses the lord of the rings and redefines the genre. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss about a book. The name of the wind art deck patrick rothfuss blog. The world of the name of the wind is populated by people with chronic head trauma. I just read the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss.
Rothfuss and kvothe will lead you on a journey through a world that exalts knowledge and storytelling. In the beginning of the book after kvothes parents are killed he is forced to survive in the wild and he. In the name of the wind, patrick rothfuss brings together elements from all the great fantasy writers, from george r. In pat rothfusss sure hands, the reader will experience a journey to the very heights of fantasy.
Grasping for the winds jacob toppmugglestone looks at the magic of the name of the wind. Black gate, coolvibe, derk venneman, elements of fantasy, fantasy, fantasy art, favourite books, favourite fantasy series, favourite science fiction series, fiction, friday fast forward rewind, george r r martin. 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. This is no mere story but an actionpacked tale of a man named kvothe, the most legendary arcanist of his world, and his search for the name the wind. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, day one author. Rothfuss has created a huge world with a truly engrossing plot that like me, will keep you reading well into the night. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear. Watch my nonspoilery recommendation of the name of the wind here. Patrick rothfuss can spin a lengthy tale of myth and magic that is up there with tolkien and j. On the surface, were making a deck of playing cards that feature art and characters from the name of the wind. The name of the wind is an epic fantasy by patrick rothfuss in which the legendary hero kvothe, now in hiding as waystone inn owner kote, recounts his past experiences to chronicler, a story collector. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss 9780575081406. He loves words, laughs often, and refuses to dance. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss lilis blissful.
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. Only watch this video if you have read the name of the wind, the first novel of the kingkiller chronicle by patrick rothfuss. After a reading a few okayish series, this book and its sequel the wise mans fear reignited my passion for the fantasy genre. Patrick rothfusss most popular book is the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss overdrive. Kvothe, from, the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, illustration. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, book 1 clip1. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle. The name of the wind npr coverage of the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. Published april 2007 by penguin group daw first published march 27th 2007 more details. The kingkiller chronicle the name of the wind the wise mans fear authorpatrick rothfuss countryunited states languageenglish genreheroic fantasy publisherdawpenguin books published27 march 2007 present media typeprint audiobook the kingkiller chronicle is a fantasy series by patrick rothfuss, which recounts the story of kvothe, an adventurer and musician.
It was so rich in fantasy, but reading the book wasnt like reading tlotr. Chronicles, patrick rothfuss, tarot, nerdy, cool art, this book, names, fan art, drawings. Weve been working on getting this ready for the better part of a year, and im incredibly proud of how its turning out so far. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. The point, the best revenge, book memes, seinfeld, trust me, names, thoughts, reading. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss clean lit. And, as a result, we get the name of the wind, which patrick rothfuss likes to call a heros story told from backstage. The name of the wind quotes by patrick rothfusspage 8 of 35. Patrick rothfuss discusses the name of the wind youtube. Please note that it contains spoilers for both the name of the wind and the wise mans fear.
I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. I actually started it a little over a year ago, but didnt get very far. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. Patrick rothfuss discusses why he wrote the name of the wind, his first book in the kingkiller trilogy, the writing process and his inspiration. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and.
The tale beginsinsofar as one can say that something begins anywhere, because, as rothfuss has made abundantly clear in his book, the beginning of a story is really hard to findin a darkened inn, in a nondescript town. His life is a routine of performance and song, surrounded by a talented troupe of actors and musicians, including his father and mother, who lead the caravan and give us a shining. Patrick loves words, laughs often, and dabbles in alchemy. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus best 21st century fantasy novels list. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magica. Patrick rothfuss is a giant amongst fantasy novelists. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle.
He won the 2007 quill award for his debut novel, the name of the wind, and its sequels went on to top the new york times best seller list. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 by. The name of the wind is the first day of his narrative, and it starts as many do, while he is still a child living among the traveling caravans of the edema ruh. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss demonstrates the theme that we are changed by our surroundings, it is shown mostly in the beginning and a small part at the end of the book. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy. Patrick rothfuss on why it took 15 years to write the name.
His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. Patrick rothfuss has said that the third book in the main sequence will be the end of this particular arc in the story. 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. This is the french cover art for the tremendous book the name of the wind. The following version of this book was used to create this study guide.
Though in this first instalment, kvothewho also goes by many names, tells how it all. This is the third part of my insanely detailed reread of patrick rothfusss the name of the wind. This is the riveting firstperson narrative of kvothe, a young man who grows to be one of the most notorious magicians his world has ever seen. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, first edition. The lies of locke lamora is very similar to the name of the wind. I dont think ive ever read anything like that before, and to think this books been sitting on my to read shelf for so long. I counted at least four instances of a character falling, hitting his head, blacking out, and waking up a few hours later to then be filled in about what happened. Review the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss duration. 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. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. Kvothe from the book the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss.
In his free time patrick writes a satirical humor column, practices civil disobedience, and dabbles in alchemy. The name of the wind is a rare find these days, fit for lovers of fantasy and newcomers to the genre alike. Combatants critique patrick rothfusss the name of the wind in a world full of tales about fantasy, many stories seem to be a reiteration of other stories before it. The name of the wind quotes showing 211240 of 1,050 the three boys, one dark, one light, and onefor lack of a better wordfiery, do not notice the night. Linmanuel miranda hes bloody good, this rothfuss guy. Patrick rothfuss has 62 books on goodreads with 2339084 ratings. The kingkiller chronicle is a fantasy series by patrick rothfuss, which recounts the story of. Names are important as they tell you a great deal about a person. Martin to robert jordan, to create a thrilling and intricately spun story that will leave you breathless i have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. September 19, 20 katie words for worms fantasy, supernatural 47 hola bookworms, its occurred to me that while i chatter to yall incessently, i very rarely discuss what i spend the vast majority of my time doing. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss words for worms. 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. Names in fantasy books can get frustrating, since youre reading them, and not hearing them.
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