Rothfuss has created a huge world with a truly engrossing plot that like me, will keep you reading well into the night. 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. It was so rich in fantasy, but reading the book wasnt like reading tlotr. 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. Patrick loves words, laughs often, and dabbles in alchemy. Patrick rothfuss has said that the third book in the main sequence will be the end of this particular arc in the story. In his free time patrick writes a satirical humor column, practices civil disobedience, and dabbles in alchemy. Or failing that, do you know the answers to these trivia questions.
Patrick rothfuss can spin a lengthy tale of myth and magic that is up there with tolkien and j. 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. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off.
Patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. Linmanuel miranda hes bloody good, this rothfuss guy. 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 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 is a rare find these days, fit for lovers of fantasy and newcomers to the genre alike. 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. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss about a book. Patrick rothfuss discusses the name of the wind youtube. 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.
His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus best 21st century fantasy novels list. 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. 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. Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss.
Buy the mass market paperback book the name of the wind. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The lies of locke lamora is very similar to the name of the wind. In pat rothfusss sure hands, the reader will experience a journey to the very heights of fantasy. This is the third part of my insanely detailed reread of patrick rothfusss the name of the wind. 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. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. He loves words, laughs often, and refuses to dance. His first novel, the name of the wind, was a 2007 quill award winner and a publishers weekly best book of the year.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss clean lit. Though in this first instalment, kvothewho also goes by many names, tells how it all. 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. 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 book 1 by. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, first edition. 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 npr coverage of 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.
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. Watch my nonspoilery recommendation of the name of the wind here. His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. Patrick rothfusss most popular book is the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. 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. In the name of the wind, patrick rothfuss brings together elements from all the great fantasy writers, from george r. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicles. Grasping for the winds jacob toppmugglestone looks at the magic of the name of the wind.
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 by patrick rothfuss words for worms. Patrick somehow made it feel so comfortable and calm throughout the whole story. Perhaps some part of them does, but they are young, and drunk, and busy knowing deep in. This is the french cover art for the tremendous book the name of the wind. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and. Names in fantasy books can get frustrating, since youre reading them, and not hearing them. In the beginning of the book after kvothes parents are killed he is forced to survive in the wild and he. Kvothe from the book the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. 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. Books by patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind.
I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, book 1 clip1. Later, magwyn helps kvothe memorize the history and names of the carriers of his sword saicere. Master kilvin kingkiller chronicle wiki name of the wind patrick. Patrick rothfuss has 62 books on goodreads with 2339084 ratings. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss has to be my favourite fantasy read of all time. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller. The world of the name of the wind is populated by people with chronic head trauma. The following version of this book was used to create this study guide.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss lilis blissful. And, as a result, we get the name of the wind, which patrick rothfuss likes to call a heros story told from backstage. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss waterstones. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, day one author. After a reading a few okayish series, this book and its sequel the wise mans fear reignited my passion for the fantasy genre. Only watch this video if you have read the name of the wind, the first novel of the kingkiller chronicle by patrick rothfuss. 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. 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.
Chronicles, patrick rothfuss, tarot, nerdy, cool art, this book, names, fan art, drawings. This is a magnificent and wonderfullywritten epic fantasy novel. 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 discusses why he wrote the name of the wind, his first book in the kingkiller trilogy, the writing process and his inspiration. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss overdrive.
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. 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 art deck patrick rothfuss blog. Kvothe, from, the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, illustration. The point, the best revenge, book memes, seinfeld, trust me, names, thoughts, reading. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magica. The kingkiller chronicle is a fantasy series by patrick rothfuss, which recounts the story of. I actually started it a little over a year ago, but didnt get very far. This is supposed to be the series that eclipses the lord of the rings and redefines the genre. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle.
I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. Published april 2007 by penguin group daw first published march 27th 2007 more details. I just read the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. Patrick rothfuss is a giant amongst fantasy novelists. Patrick rothfuss on why it took 15 years to write the name. Names are important as they tell you a great deal about a person. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss 9780575081406. 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. 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. The name of the wind quotes by patrick rothfusspage 8 of 35. Please note that it contains spoilers for both the name of the wind and the wise mans fear.
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