The Name Of The Wind
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Kvothe is a legend, and the man who now runs a quiet inn under another name is not eager to talk about it. When a chronicler tracks him down, he agrees to tell his own story, over three days, starting with a childhood among a troupe of travelling performers and the tragedy that ended it.
The tale follows a brilliant, stubborn orphan who scrapes by on the streets, fights his way into a university of magic, and chases the truth about the shadowy beings that destroyed his family. In this world, knowing the true name of a thing gives power over it.
The first book in the Kingkiller Chronicle.
About the author
Rothfuss, Patrick
Patrick Rothfuss is an American author and college lecturer, best known for his epic fantasy novels, "The Kingkiller Chronicle". The series consists of two books, "The Name of the Wind" and "The Wise Man's Fear", with a third and final book, "The Doors of Stone", still in progress.Rothfuss's writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose, intricate world-building, and complex characters. The Kingkiller Chronicle follows the story of Kvothe, a legendary hero and musician, as he recounts his life story to a chronicler. The series has won numerous awards and has been praised for its storytelling, character development, and world-building.Aside from his work as an author, Rothfuss is also known for his charitable work. He founded Worldbuilders, a non-profit organization that supports global humanitarian efforts, and hosts an annual fundraiser that raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for the cause.Despite the long wait for the final book in The Kingkiller Chronicle, Rothfuss's work has earned him a devoted fanbase and a reputation as one of the most talented and influential authors in the fantasy genre today.
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