The Name of the Wind Summary
Patrick Rothfuss
4.52/5
- 2007Fantasy
Epic
Adventure
This book is good to read when you feel enchanted.
Key Takeaways
- Kvothe's narrative, which spans joy, tragedy, and the pursuit of knowledge, captivates with its depth and the complexity of its protagonist.
- The richly detailed world and the system of magic are both logically constructed and deeply integrated into the characters' lives and the story’s plot.
- Rothfuss’s lyrical prose and the framing device of a story told at an inn lend the tale a timeless and epic quality.
Summary
The story is narrated by Kvothe, now living as an innkeeper, who recounts his adventurous past to a chronicler over three days, each corresponding to a book in the trilogy.
Kvothe's journey from a precocious child to a powerful figure known across the land involves challenges at a magical university, romantic entanglements, and confrontations with mythical beings.
The novel combines elements of fantasy, romance, and mystery, crafting a compelling coming-of-age story that explores themes of loss, identity, and ambition.
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