The concluding part of the trilogy will pick up the story of kvothes life from where the wise mans fearleft it. Book two of the stormlight archive, continues the immersive fantasy epic that the way of kings began. His first novel, the name of the wind, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. This is supposed to be the series that eclipses the lord of the rings and redefines the genre. Patrick rothfusss new york timesbestselling debut novel is the riveting firstperson narrative of. This story is massive, but moves quickly and manages to bring a fresh perspective to the epic fantasy genre. 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 rothfusss the kingkiller chronicle, that much more remarkable. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear.
In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I cant exactly put my finger on what i loved about the book so much, but i have come to a comparison that i like. Jul 01, 2018 the name of the wind is the most elaborate, intricate and well written fantasy novel i have ever picked up. I wanted to mention, as im rereading the name of the wind for nth time, that the book says it is pronounced nearly the same as quothe. This was also when i was in high school, and when i devoured fantasy. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle. Apr 11, 2018 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss 2007 kvothes tale, reluctantly told by the old innkeeper himself, is as gripping, emotional and imaginative as any fantasy story put to paper. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. 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.
Het boek vertelt het verhaal van kvothe, een befaamd magier, dief. Jan 10, 2017 as the first book in the kingkiller chronicle trilogy by patrick rothfuss, the name of the wind introduces you to a fantasy world that is rich in stories, characters, utter defeat and laughter. Oct 11, 2017 fantasy as a genre is defined usually by its magical and fantastical landscapes or characters and creatures. The name of the wind is such a story that compels us, again and again, to hear it in order to understand the. Alexander hamilton the shows opening number could actually be stretched across the first hundred or so pages of the name of the wind, as kvothe, living as humble tavern owner kote in the village of newarre, is slowly revealed to us.
When it comes to comparing apples and pears, i prefer rothfuss. The name of the wind is the most elaborate, intricate and well written fantasy novel i have ever picked up. Theres also the femaleauthored fantasy flowchart by ucoffeearchives. The book is first in the series known as kingkiller chronicle.
As an avid adult fantasy reader, out of all the books that ive been recommended, the name of the wind has always been recommended to me the most. If you could sum up the name of the wind part one in three words, what would they be. Blood song seemed to scratch the same spot that the name of the wind did for me. 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. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fiction fantasy books list and locus. Words of radiance, book two of the stormlight archive, continues the immersive fantasy epic that the way of kings began. Read the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss available from rakuten kobo. The name of the wind ebook by patrick rothfuss rakuten kobo.
Day one is the first fantasy book of the kingkiller chronicle fantasy series by patrick rothfuss. Very true, the name of the wind is very unique so its hard to compare it to other fantasy books, as there are so many subtle variations in fantasy books that can put me off. The name of the wind is the first of three books in the series and it focuses on kvothes life from age seven or eight on into his late mid to late teens. The kingkiller chronicle is a fantasy series by patrick rothfuss, which recounts the story of kvothe, an adventurer and musician. The kingkiller chronicle book 3, movie and tv show. Magic and mystery drive the name of the wind, the first book in patrick rothfuss kingkiller chronicle trilogy. The name of the wind kingkiller chronicle wiki fandom. Listen to the name of the wind audiobook audiobook streaming. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1. The name of the wind, patrick rothfuss 9780575081406. Free download or read online the name of the wind pdf epub book. Or, remembering that i limited this list to only one book per author and only one book per series, if you think another selection from that author or series is a better choice, let us know. Were you trying to play with familiar fantasy tropes in the writing of the name of the wind.
Day one is the first fantasy book of the kingkiller chronicle fantasy series by patrick rothfuss this fantasy novel was recommended to me by a number of sources. The name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss. Its an inceptions of mysteries inside mysteries, stories inside stories and yet patrick weaves the story in such a way that you are. How many books are in the name of the wind series the name of the wind. If you still want to get the book you can do so here.
Due to the specialized printing process, we cant accept returns or exchanges for posters larger than 24x36. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the name of the wind. The name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss. I really like asoiaf and didnt really like the mistborn or the gentleman bastard series.
I just finished name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, dang was that a smooth read. The name of the wind any fantasy books as good as this. Reader beware, the name of the wind will make you cry when you reach the end. Naturally, i read book one, the name of the wind, and got hooked. His first novel, the name of the wind, was a publishers weekly best book of the year. 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. For the sake of comprehensiveness, ive included books like the name of the wind that are frequently mentioned and recommended across the various localities on the internet. The story is narrated from the third person, but mostly consists of kvothe narrating his life to a scribe in the first person. Listen to the name of the wind audiobook audiobook. The name of the wind is a fantasy book by patrick rothfuss, the main character is called kvothe, an arcanist who has left a life of adventure and sorrow to become an innkeeper in a small town. After doing some research on my own, i found this book among many of the best fantasy novel lists on the web. The flowchart by ulyrrael is a great place to start if youve only read a handful of fantasy series and want to get a feel for the genre, theres a lot more to it than epic fantasy.
The name of the wind pdfepubmobi by patrick rothfuss. 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 50 best fantasy books of the 21st century so far paste. This fantasy novel was recommended to me by a number of sources. The name of the wind is quite simply the best fantasy novel of the past 10 years. It follows the genre of heroic fantasy with an amazing rating of 4. As the first book in the kingkiller chronicle trilogy by patrick rothfuss, the name of the wind introduces you to a fantasy world that is rich in stories, characters, utter defeat and laughter. 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.
We learn equally of the man he used to bemagician, fighter, mythand the man he is nowbartender, quiet, in pain. Not for any reason i can point to within the story, but simply because we have to wait until next year to find out what happens next. The name of the wind is such a story that compels us, again and again, to hear it in order to understand the true meaning and the hidden aspects of the story. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus best 21st century fantasy novels list. Het werd voor het eerst gepubliceerd in 2007 door daw books. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. Patrick rothfuss has created a masterpiece in literature with his pen and it has been given voice by nick podehls narration. Just like the name of the wind, it is a book where the author wasnt afraid to avoid traditional fantasy tropes in favor of something a little different. Timesbestselling series, the kingkiller chroniclea masterful epic fantasy saga. Sep 11, 2019 the name of the wind kingkiller chronicle. Steven eriksons 10book series is by far the most sweeping, astounding endeavor undertaken in. The originality of rothfusss outstanding debut fantasy, the first of a trilogy, lies less in its unnamed imaginary world than in its precise execution. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off.
Books similar to the name of the wind the kingkiller. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss powells books. This come from our own myths and relates to the book name of the wind really well there is a constant stream of magical elements that surround and create colour and vibrant world filled with bizarre and magical elements. My favourite fantasy booked used to the the sword of truth, because of the. Her craft will be continued by the current crop of talented fantasy authors, and you can check out interviews with a few current greats like r. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 662 pages and is available in paperback format. The name of the wind is a fantasy novel written by patrick rothfuss. Patrick rothfuss debut is set in an unnamed but fully realised fantasy world, and his characters are detailed and. We want to make sure that you love your litograph as much as we do. Mar 27, 2007 as an avid adult fantasy reader, out of all the books that ive been recommended, the name of the wind has always been recommended to me the most. Critics are already throwing around comparisons to some of the biggest names in fantasy, including george r.
Patrick rothfuss 2007 heroic fantasy novel the name of the wind is the first instalment in the kingkiller chronicle of which there are currently two published books. Mar 27, 2007 the name of the wind ebook written by patrick rothfuss. 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 name of the wind, day one of the kingkiller chronicles, quickly made its way into my top fantasy series list. Since its release, it has received much critical acclaim and has developed a following amongst fantasy fans throughout the world. Unlike a lot of other fantasy books, this series features a lot of philosophy, which is certainly unique. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the.
At litographs, we have a no questions asked returns and exchanges policy on all of our tshirts, totes, scarves, tattoos and standard sized posters. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss 2007 kvothes tale, reluctantly told by the old innkeeper himself, is as gripping, emotional and imaginative as any fantasy story put to paper. Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss. This come from our own myths and relates to the book name of the wind really well there is a constant stream of magical elements that surround and create colour and vibrant world filled with bizarre and magical. The book, which is essentially an autobiography of. After reading the name of the wind i immediately jumped to the next book in the series, and would have continued doing so, if there were more books released. The story of wizardhero kvothe bounces between his wartorn present hiding out as an innkeeper and his spirited. It will really make you laugh in one page, make you almost cry in despair in the next one and, finally, bring you to tears of joy in the next one. The name of the wind is the first volume in the kingkiller chronicles and tells the story of the notorious wizard kvothe.
Please note this is now the entire audio of this book. And that, despite my excitement about more books set in the four corners, patrick rothfuss has only said that he would enjoy playing in this world longer and with other characters. Apr 01, 2008 patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle. The novel is set in two different time periods, the present and the past as kvothe narrates his story. Mar 27, 2007 the name of the wind general information authors patrick rothfuss country united states language english publication published by daw books date of publication march 27, 2007 media type print hardcover isbn 9780756404079 number of pages 662 the name of the wind is the first of three novels in the kingkiller chronicle series by american author patrick rothfuss. History, religion, politics, mythsthey all play a role in the story. Dec 26, 2016 like every good fantasy character should. The main characters of this fantasy, fiction story are bast, denna. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 kindle edition by rothfuss, patrick. The name of the wind epic fantasy or fictional biography. Pdf the name of the wind book by patrick rothfuss free. Martins breathtaking fantasy masterpiece makes its powerful graphic novel.
In the wise mans fear, kvothe searches for answers, attempting to uncover. 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. The 5 most hamilton moments in the name of the wind the. Salvatore, patrick rothfuss, lev grossman, terry brooks and daniel abraham below. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. I recently purchased the second book from this site and just started reading it so time will tell how things turn out in the continuation of this story, but overall i would highly recommend the name of the wind to anyone who enjoys a good epic fantasy. Theyre pretty similar in structure, and blood song has a sort of fightingschool instead of a magicschool. In her first fantasy novel, dark thriller author kelly braffet weaves a vivid world thats just as rich in history and tradition as temerant. The name of the wind general information authors patrick rothfuss country united states language english publication published by daw books date of publication march 27, 2007 media type print hardcover isbn 9780756404079 number of pages 662 the name of the wind is the first of three novels in the kingkiller chronicle series by american author patrick rothfuss. The name of the wind is kvothes story, but its also the story of an entire, wellrealized fantasy world.
The first edition of the novel was published in march 27th 2007, and was written by patrick rothfuss. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. Patrick rothfuss fantasy novel the name of the wind ends as it begins. The doors of stone is the third and final novel in the kingkiller chronicle series by american author and a big name in the fantasy literature world, patrick rothfuss. Nov 19, 2018 if theres a title you think absolutely belongs on a list of top fantasy books, feel free to mention it in the comments. The name of the wind is a story full of magic and emotions. Dec 05, 2016 the shows opening number could actually be stretched across the first hundred or so pages of the name of the wind, as kvothe, living as humble tavern owner kote in the village of newarre, is slowly revealed to us. Pw best books of the year for science fictionfantasyhorror, publishers. The novel named, the name of the wind audiobook, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss and was published on march 27, 2007, by daw books. Fantasy as a genre is defined usually by its magical and fantastical landscapes or characters and creatures. Patrick rothfuss book 3 doors of stone new update squibler.
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