Patrick rothfuss s most popular book is the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. A highaction story written with a poets hand, the name of the wind is a masterpiece that will transport readers into. The lies of locke lamora gentleman bastards, book 1. Apr 11, 2018 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. Patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. Patrick rothfuss has 61 books on goodreads with 2334310 ratings. Mar 24, 2011 patrick rothfusss the name of the wind is, by far, one of the best books ive read across all genres. 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. For those whove read this series, youll understand and forgive me for this word vomit video but it truly is just that good. Mar 27, 2007 the name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss.
Kvothe is a young man gifted with magic and knows most notorious wizards in their world. Patrick rothfuss, kingkiller chronicles, first edition. Apr 01, 2008 patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. You definitely dont have to be young to enjoy her books.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. 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. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss has to be my favourite fantasy read of all time. The new cover of patrick rothfuss the name of the wind.
The name of the wind kingkiller chronicle, band 1 rothfuss, patrick isbn. After a reading a few okayish series, this book and its sequel the wise mans fear reignited my passion for the fantasy genre. Buy the mass market paperback book the name of the wind. The name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss. May 15, 2009 i just love the world of patrick rothfuss. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicles most enigmatic characters.
The name of the wind has been around for ten years. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I heard about it and was curious to read it since i am a fan of fantasy. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life.
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. 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. Rothfuss and kvothe will lead you on a journey through a world that exalts knowledge and storytelling. The name of the wind ebook by patrick rothfuss author. Author patrick rothfuss teaches english at the university of wisconsinstevens point, and he describes himself in selfdeprecating terms. Say instead that the name of the wind is one of the best stories told in any medium in a decade.
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. Read the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss available from rakuten kobo. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1. Review of the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss posted on 08312014 by rhapsodyinbooks this is book one of a very popular fantasy series the kingkiller chronicles recounting the story of kvothe, a selfeffacing innkeeper not. 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. In his free time patrick writes a satirical humor column, practices civil disobedience, and dabbles in alchemy.
This is the first book in the king killer chronicles by pat. The name of the wind ebook by patrick rothfuss rakuten kobo. Pat has written a number of books including a trilogy titled name of the wind and the wise mans fear. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magically gifted young man who grows to be the. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 english edition ebook. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear. Review of the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 english. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle.
If you liked the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, here are some books like this. 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. The name of the wind mass market paperback april 1, 2008. Author patrick rothfuss teaches english at the university of wisconsinstevens point, and he describes himself in self. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Rothfuss has created a huge world with a truly engrossing plot that like me, will keep you reading well into the night. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and. 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 overdrive. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. 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. Jul 08, 2017 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss.
Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the. She excels at worldbuilding, characterization, and language. Below is a list of patrick rothfuss books in order of when they were originally published. 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. He loves words, laughs often, and refuses to dance. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 kindle edition by rothfuss, patrick. Jan, 2018 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss book notes. This is supposed to be the series that eclipses the lord of the rings and redefines the genre. Mar 27, 2007 patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. Last year i read two books with wind in their title the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss and the shadow of the wind by carlos ruiz zafon.
Last month may 26, patrick rothfuss revealed that a tenthanniversary edition of the name of the wind would be coming out later this year. May 04, 2009 last year i read two books with wind in their title the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss and the shadow of the wind by carlos ruiz zafon. Even rereading it, i had a hard time putting it down. 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. Jan 08, 2018 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, kingkiller chronicles, first edition abebooks. 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. I just read the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss.
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. 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. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the name of the wind. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magica. 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. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicle s most enigmatic characters. Jun 30, 2008 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The new cover of patrick rothfuss the name of the wind is. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss about a book.
All four books that are out so far, starting with the thief, which won a newbery, i believe. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 kindle edition. Patrick loves words, laughs often, and dabbles in alchemy. Books by patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind. Book recommendations for people who like the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year.
Jun 12, 2008 buy the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. Mar 27, 2007 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. Patrick rothfuss became a published author in april 2007 with the novel the name of the wind. Jul 17, 2011 all four books that are out so far, starting with the thief, which won a newbery, i believe. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle. His first novel, the name of the wind, was a 2007 quill award winner and a publishers weekly best book of the year. Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss. His first novel, the name of the wind, was a publishers weekly best book of the year. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus. 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. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1. Of course, i tend to favor those in the realm of fantasy, but this one holds its own against all of my favorites. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfuss s vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off.
The name of the wind ebook by patrick rothfuss author, isbn. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. Name of the wind is only day 1 of a three day story kvothe has prepared to tell the chronicler. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 by.
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