• The Name of the Wind

• Author: Patrick Rothfuss
• ISBN: 9780756405892
• Publisher: DAW
• Genre: Fantasy
• Format: Paperback, Paperback,
• Pages: Approximately 662
• Language: English
• Series: The Kingkiller Chronicle, Book One
• Audience: Young Adult, Adult
• Award: Quill Award for Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror (2007)

The Name of the Wind is the captivating opening to Patrick Rothfuss's Kingkiller Chronicle. Kvothe, a legendary figure disguised as an innkeeper, recounts his extraordinary life: from his childhood with a troupe of traveling performers and the tragic loss of his family, to his survival on the streets and his eventual entrance into the University. There, he studies magic, makes enemies, and seeks the truth behind the Chandrian, mythical beings who murdered his family. Rich in world-building, complex characters, and lyrical prose, this is a compelling tale of adventure, mystery, and the power of stories. Follow Kvothe's journey from humble beginnings to powerful arcanist, filled with magic, romance, and adventure.