Told in Kvothe's 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.
The intimate narrative of his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, his years spent as a near-feral orphan in a crime-ridden city, his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of m...
Told in Kvothe's 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.
The intimate narrative of his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, his years spent as a near-feral orphan in a crime-ridden city, his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of magic, and his life as a fugitive after the murder of a king form a gripping coming-of-age story unrivaled in recent literature.
A high-action story written with a poet's hand, The Name of the Wind is a masterpiece that will transport readers into the body and mind of a wizard.
Reading guide
Why read The Name of the Wind?
Released in 2007, The Name of the Wind sits at an interesting point in literary history, bridging classic sensibilities with more modern narrative techniques.
Rooted firmly in the Fantasy tradition, this book delivers what devoted readers of the genre expect while offering its own distinctive perspective.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Patrick Rothfuss's work and build a focused reading list.
Recommendations
Books like The Name of the Wind
If you enjoy Patrick Rothfuss's voice, explore The Wise Man's Fear from the same author to continue in a familiar style.
Within Fantasy, readers who liked The Name of the Wind often gravitate toward 1984, Project Hail Mary, and Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone — each sharing thematic DNA while offering a different perspective.
Told in Kvothe's 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.
The intimate narrative of his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, his years spent as a near-feral orphan in a crime-ridd...
Who wrote The Name of the Wind?
The Name of the Wind is by Patrick Rothfuss.
What genre is The Name of the Wind?
The Name of the Wind falls within Fantasy. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.
When was The Name of the Wind published?
The Name of the Wind was first published in 2007 by Patrick Rothfuss.
Is The Name of the Wind available as an audiobook or ebook?
The Name of the Wind is listed on Bookble — check the book page for current format availability.
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