The name of the wind, day one of the kingkiller chronicles, quickly made its way into my top fantasy series list. Some books may have better overall plots, some may have better worlds, or better systems of magic. The fantasy novel is an incomplete comingofagestyle tale about kvothe, a legendary and extraordinary figure whose many heroic deeds are the subject of local lore. 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. The name of the wind is a fantasy novel written by patrick rothfuss. Yeah, i didnt like the name of the wind as much as most people.
In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1. The two exceptions in my 43 years thus far has been the lord of the rings and the name of the wind. 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, hardcover. The name of the wind kingkiller chronicle wiki fandom. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss audiobook edition. Its killing me not being able to progress with the story, but the difference is the agony is a choice. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus. The name of the wind is an astonishing novel that just happens to be the writers first. Newest blogs subscribe to rss headline updates from. The cover art for the french edition of the name of the wind, the first book in patrick rothfuss trilogy 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. The lies of locke lamora is very similar to the name of the wind. Patrick rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss. Patrick rothfuss announces the name of the wind tenth anniversary edition and shares updates on the kingkiller chronicle book 3 stubby the rocket fri. 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. The name of the wind is the first volume in the kingkiller chronicles and tells the story of the notorious wizard kvothe. The kingkiller chronicle book 3, movie and tv show. This is the most exciting fantasy series since george r. How many books are in the name of the wind series the name of the wind. 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. His first novel, the name of the wind audiobook, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year.
We are in the midst of the golden age of fantasy literature and people are eagerly looking for more books like the name of the wind. The first two novels in the trilogy, the name of the wind and the wise mans fear, were released in 2007 and 2011 respectively. The name of the wind is the first book in an incomplete trilogy, and i refuse to read the second one when the third installment doesnt even have a release date. Were you trying to play with familiar fantasy tropes in the writing of the name of the wind. The name of the wind pdfepubmobi by patrick rothfuss. Feature film based on brandon sandersons fantasy book about a crew of rebels with magical abilities that are trying to overthrow a nefarious. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magically gifted young man who grows to be. 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 is a book that took me months to finish, but not because i didnt enjoy it.
The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 english. 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 by patrick rothfuss, hardcover abebooks passion for books. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 english edition ebook. His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. The intimate narrative of his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, his years spent as a nearferal orphan in a crimeridden city, his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of. This is the riveting firstperson narrative of kvothe. However you will find little to no books that are executed better then the name of the wind, and in my opinion you will never find a character with more character than kvothe. Martins a song of ice and fire, and a mustread for all fans of hbos game of thrones. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
The book, which is essentially an autobiography of. There is a rising demand for stylized prose, puns, lengthy tomes offering the reader a long, rich, and deeply immersive experience, and clever, even unreliable narrators. 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. A similar book, perhaps, but this book would not exist. The name of the wind audiobook the kingkiller chronicle 1. This tshirt is created entirely from the text of the name of the wind.
His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus best 21st century fantasy novels list. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. Pdf the name of the wind download read online free. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle.
The real reason rothfuss kingkiller 3 is not here yet. The name of the wind 2007 read online free book by. The book was first published on march 27, 2007 by daw books in the united states. 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. This book is very well written, wry in parts, touching at the right moments. 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. Npr shelve the name of the wind beside the lord of the rings. He is also a overrated neckbearded hack of the highest order. The name of the wind marks the debut of a writer we would all do well to watch. He spoke to the wind and it cradled and caressed him. If you use my affiliate link i get a small commission. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magica. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle audiobook. Kingkiller chronicle book 3 is moving forward but not.
Name of the wind chapter information book the name of the wind story arc exposition location western commonwealth chapter summary during the quiet winter season abenthy teaches kote more sympathy but kote is disappointed finding it. Rothfuss has maintained a consistent line when it comes to the release date for book 3 in the kingkiller chronicle, which will conclude the trilogy begun in his debut novel, the name of the wind, all the way back in 2007. Three other works are set in the kingkiller chronicle world. The name of the wind, published in 2007, is the first book in author patrick rothfusss the kingkiller chronicle series.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9781473223073, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. If you still want to get the book you can do so here. 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. Tolkien will definitely want to check out patrick rothfuss the name of the wind. The book forms the first of the three parts of rothfusss kingkiller chronicle. 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. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 kindle edition by rothfuss, patrick. The name of the wind general information authors patrick rothfuss.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 9780575081406, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. For he knew the name of the wind, and so the wind obeyed him. Rothfuss has maintained a consistent line when it comes to the release date for book 3 in the kingkiller chronicle, which will conclude the trilogy begun in his debut novel, the name of the wind. Patrick rothfuss has said that the third book in the main sequence will be the end of this particular arc in the story. Kingkiller chronicle book 3 is moving forward but not fast says.
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