The Name Of The Wind By Patrick Rothfuss

The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss is the story of a mans experiences. The first in a trilogy, The Name of the Wind relays the beginning of the main character, Kvothe’s life. The book begins in the inn owned by Kvothe. A man called ‘The Chronicler’ wants to record his adventures and has gone to lots of trouble to find Kvothe. Kvothe is the son of Arliden and Laurian, they are members of a traveling actors troupe. Kvothes early education underneath his parents made him an exceptional musician and actor. He was born inquisitive and eager, and learns magic and alchemy from a magician named Abenthy at the age of eleven. Evil wizards known as the Chandrian killed his parents and troupe, and Kvothe fled to the city of Tarbean where he begs and steals to remain alive for four years. Kvothe is an amazing man, because he has gone on many adventures, and has very powerful mental, and magical abilities. …show more content…
Whilst speaking to the Chronicler he remarks, “My name is Kvothe, pronounced nearly the same as ‘Quothe.’ Names are important as they tell you a great deal about a person. I’ve had more names than anyone has a right to.”(Patrick Rothfuss 57). He proceeds then to list all of those different titles and uncouth nicknames he has been addressed as. He also mentions the names of those who called him some of these names. By listing all of his names the author helps to bring an air of adventure and mystery to the character. The main character’s many names foreshadow the events in the series. Placing the main character at the end of his story lets the reader view the aftermath of his great adventures before taking part in