The Name of the Wind
The Name of the Wind
Patrick Rothfuss
Brandon Sanderson
I loved [this book]. - Brandon Sanderson
Tim Draper
Tim Draper's answer to "What’s the best book you’ve read in the last 6 months?"
Anna Akana
Anna Akana recommended this book on Twitter.
Aubrey Marcus
The classic coming of age tale of a troubled hero, out for revenge. - Aubrey Marcus
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The Name of the Wind

The Name of the Wind

Patrick Rothfuss
Patrick Rothfuss
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Patrick Rothfuss
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In the shadowed corners of myth and the whispered tales of legend, there exists a name that dances on the edge of the world's consciousness, elusive yet unforgettable: Kvothe. "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss invites us into the intricate tapestry of this enigmatic figure's life, unraveling the layers of his existence with the precision of a master storyteller. From the vibrant hues of his days in a traveling troupe to the dark, desperate corners of his time as an orphan in a city that devours innocence, Kvothe's journey is one of magic, music, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. As he steps through the hallowed halls of the Arcanum, seeking the secrets that lie in the heart of the wind, his path intertwines with dangerous politics, forbidden love, and the unsolved mystery of a king's murder. Patrick Rothfuss weaves a world as rich and deep as the deepest sea, where the words are imbued with a magic all their own, casting spells that ensnare the heart and mind. "The Name of the Wind" is not merely a story; it is an odyssey that charts the rise of a boy destined to become the most notorious wizard the world has ever seen. Through the intimate lens of Kvothe's narrative, Rothfuss crafts a tale that is as much an exploration of the human spirit as it is an epic of unparalleled adventure. This novel stands as a beacon within the genre, a testament to the power of story and the enduring allure of the unknown.

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Released
2007
27 Mar
Length
662
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I loved [this book]. - Brandon Sanderson
Anna Akana recommended this book on Twitter.
Tim Draper's answer to "What’s the best book you’ve read in the last 6 months?"
The classic coming of age tale of a troubled hero, out for revenge. - Aubrey Marcus
It's like everyone tells a story about themselves inside their own head. Always. All the time. That story makes you what you are. We build ourselves out of that story.
— Patrick Rothfuss, The Name of the Wind

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