Patrick Rothfuss
6 SeriesPatrick Rothfuss is an American author known for the Kingkiller Chronicle series. He holds a B.S. in English from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point and an M.A. from Washington State University. Rothfuss is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and has received the Quill Award, David Gemmell Legend Award, and Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award for Best Epic Fantasy.
"The Name of the Wind," the debut novel and first book in Patrick Rothfuss's Kingkiller Chronicle, follows the journey of a young man destined to become the greatest magician. His story begins with a childhood spent traveling with a troupe, followed by a period as an orphan navigating a crime-ridden city. The narrative culminates with his enrollment in a prestigious magic school. This tale weaves together his rise from humble beginnings to legendary status, capturing the essence of his transformative journey.
