Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfuss s vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. The name of the wind general information authors patrick rothfuss. Patrick loves words, laughs often, and dabbles in alchemy. Linmanuel miranda this deluxe, illustrated edition celebrates the new york timesbestselling series, the kingkiller chroniclea masterful epic fantasy saga that has inspired readers worldwide. Its sequel, the wise mans fear, topped the new york times best seller list. But i read the name of the wind on the advice of a friend, and it was some of the best advice i ever took. This is the first book in the king killer chronicles by pat.
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. He is a science fiction and fantasy author who writes books that target young adults. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, book 1 clip1. A quote by patrick rothfuss i should have been bolder and kissed her at the end. Mar 27, 2014 patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. Patrick james rothfuss born june 6, 1973 is an american writer of epic fantasy. The kingkiller chronicle series by patrick rothfuss. Dec 05, 2017 patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 clip4. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicles most enigmatic characters. Patrick pat rothfuss was born in madison wisconsin in the united states of america. How the right story at the right time can change the world, how the teller can shape a life. After abandoning his chosen field of chemical engineering, pat became an itinerant student, wandering through clinical psychology, philosophy, medieval history, theater, and sociology. It is difficult ahead away not having actually really come to know the characters. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle.
The name of the wind, published in 2007, is the first book of a trilogy. Dec 05, 2017 patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, book 1 clip1. A highaction story written with a poets hand, the name of the wind is a. Name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss audible. He completed his first book in 2002 when he just started to teach at the university.
The powerful debut novel from fantasys next superstar told in. Patrick rothfuss s most popular book is the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. Terry brooks, 22time new york times bestselling author. The story of wizardhero kvothe bounces between his wartorn present hiding out as an innkeeper and his spirited childhood among bards, stage performers, and conjurers. The book was first published on march 27, 2007 by daw books in the united states. Rothfuss said his first draft was missing a third of the characters eventually introduced in the name of the wind, describing the original version as a book you would not have liked, because it. The novel is set in two different time periods, the present and the past as kvothe narrates his story. I actually started it a little over a year ago, but didnt get very far. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the name of the wind.
Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle audiobook. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. 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. The name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss. The name of the wind is an astonishing novel that just happens to be the writers first. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind read and download.
Patrickss ability to piece together the story of a boys life and ability to portray the struggles, triumphs and tests along the way is incredible. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magically gifted young man who grows to be the most notorious wizard his world has ever seen. Patrick rothfuss has not released a date for the final installment in this truly epic trilogy. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. Growing up, pat as he is popularly known was raised like any other ordinary child in a normal family with parents that cared for him. His first novel, the name of the wind audiobook, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. The name of the wind pdfepubmobi by patrick rothfuss. Linmanuel miranda hes bloody good, this rothfuss guy. The name of the wind marks the debut of a writer we would all do well to watch. Kingkiller chronicle author patrick rothfuss says book 3. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. When we announced patrick rothfuss the name of the windthe first part of his kingkiller chronicle trilogyas our july pick for wired book. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle.
The name of the wind by rothfuss, patrick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Apr 29, 2018 a fan made trailer of the highly anticipated patrick rothfuss story. Fantasy readersa notoriously discerning grouptend to dole out praise judiciously, which makes the reception of the name of the wind, the first volume in patrick rothfuss s the kingkiller chronicle, that much more remarkable. In these pages you will come to know kvothe the notorious magician, the accomplished thief, the masterful musician, the dragonslayer, the legendhunter, the lover, the thief and the infamous assassin. Day one, is a fantasy audiobook written by american author patrick rothfuss. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Books similar to the name of the wind the kingkiller. The book is called the name of the wind, and it is written by a new author, patrick rothfuss.
The name of the wind paperback by rothfuss, patrick on. Jul 06, 2019 the name of the wind pdf is the first novel in the epic popular fantasy series the kingkiller chronicles written by patrick james rothfuss in 2007. Okay, so the news is, patrick rothfuss is all set to release the third book of the series the kingkiller chronicles soon. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear.
Patrick rothfuss writes with such a poetic and moving quality, allowing the story to flow with such realism, even though it is a fantasy novel. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magica. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. Dec 05, 2017 patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 clip2. The name of the wind is fantasy at its very best, and an astounding mustread title. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus.
The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 662 pages and is available in paperback format. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicles most. The story is narrated from the third person, but mostly consists of kvothe narrating his life to a scribe in the first person. Magic and mystery drive the name of the wind, the first book in patrick rothfuss kingkiller chronicle trilogy. The world of the name of the wind is populated by people with chronic head trauma. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1. 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. Critics are already throwing around comparisons to some of the biggest names in fantasy, including george r. He is best known for his ongoing trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, which won him several awards, including the 2007 quill award for his debut novel, the name of the wind. Kingkiller chronicle author patrick rothfuss says book 3 is. The first edition of the novel was published in march 27th 2007, and was written by patrick rothfuss. If you use my affiliate link i get a small commission.
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. The name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss. Im a great fan of fantasy but find some a bit too fluffy for my liking the name of the wind is not fluffy at all, its a marvellously written book composed by a true genius. It is the first story in a series called the kingkiller chronicle and followed by the wise mans fear audiobook.
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Pat has written a number of books including a trilogy titled name of the wind and the wise mans fear. The third book of patrick rothfuss the kingkiller chronicles. 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 real talent, and his tale of kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. Free download or read online the name of the wind pdf epub book. The kingkiller chronicle 2 book series kindle edition. Patrick rothfuss has 60 books on goodreads with 2310995 ratings. Read the name of the wind online read free novel read. Names are important as they tell you a great deal about a person. Books by patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind. This also had me a little worried, as i am becoming more and more. My name is kvothe, pronounced nearly the same as quothe.
This also had me a little worried, as i am becoming more and more wary of new authors. Jun 30, 2008 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly. Its a world you want to spend lifetimes in, as his many fans will attest. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant access. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 by. Sep 12, 2017 rothfuss relies on a number of odd plot devices. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss abebooks passion for books. The doors of stone will be finally released, putting a full stop to the trilogy. The name of the wind kingkiller chronicle wiki fandom. The name of the wind paperback by rothfuss, patrick. Patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind the kingkiller.
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