His first novel, the name of the wind audiobook, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book of the year. Nick podehl is a professional voice actor and has narrated many fantasy titles. The name of the wind is a very straightforward book which you absolutely should not take at face value just because of its upfront nature. Sep 12, 2017 i do not usually tend to read books such as the name of the wind. Listen to shadow of the wind audio book by carlos ruiz zafon.
He did very well with this series, this was a very clear narration with high distinction. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. He has recorded all seven books in the harry potter series as audiobooks, and as a narrator he has won two grammy awards in 2001 and 2008 and received seven grammy nominations and a record ten audie awards including audio book of the year 2004, best childrens narrator 2001200520072008, best childrens audio book 2005. But just in case, definitely get the nick podehl narration. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas. Gone with the wind gone with the wind audiobook, by margaret mitchell.
He will finish the third book and it will be released when both the time and the book is right. Schooled along the way in the use of arms, chantry arrives in london a wiser and far more dangerous man. A night at the bar lends itself to storytelling, and rupert degas incredible reading brings each character to life. Please note this is now the entire audio of this book. Maybe ill try the audio, since you liked podehls narration also i loved that book. Fantasy readersa notoriously discerning grouptend to dole out praise judiciously, which makes the reception of the name of the wind, the first volume in patrick rothfusss the kingkiller chronicle, that much more remarkable. He has narrated many young adult, fantasy and romance titles. Narrator is a screenreading app thats built into windows 10, so theres nothing you need to download or install. This is one of those books that i enjoy more on audio book, partially because the narrator is so good, and partially because rothfuss the author does some fun things with rhyming and word play that i didnt. Download or stream the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. The wind in the willows by kenneth grahame free at loyal. To date, it has been translated into 25 languages, and more than 28. She was the owner and executive producer at cedar house audio, an audio production company specializing in spoken word that is located in seattle, washington, united states.
He has been given numerous awards including audiofiles earphones awards, voice of the year, and is an odyssey award honor winner for the knife of never letting go and will grayson, will grayson. Martin to robert jordan, to create a thrilling and intricately spun. Within six months of its publication in 1936, gone with the wind had sold a million copies. I stumbled upon this page because im googling audio book as good as name of the wind rupert degas. The name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss.
The name of the wind which is the best available audiobook of this. The name of the wind actually has a third audiobook version. Rupert degas was also the narrator for lighting three in the rogues audio book. Jul 11, 2019 ebook, paperback and hardcover available from most major book retailers, here are a few of the main ones. Listen to name of the wind, the a novel by patrick rothfuss available from rakuten kobo. Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind audiobook free online. Im fairly certain their is only one narrator for the english version. This guide describes how to use narrator with windows so that you can start. Kingkiller chronicleseries overdrive rakuten overdrive. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. The name of the wind which is the best available audiobook. At first i wasnt sure about the speaker nick podehl but after the intro chapters and kovthe begins his tale i really enjoyed his style a flare for.
Theres magic, discovery, mystery, love and intrigue set in a brand new fantasy world. The name of the wind is an epic fantasy by patrick rothfuss in. The narrator has great tone and range, he even made the filler bit in the novel interesting. And, well, i dont quite have the time to dedicate to that tome for the sake of a reread.
The name of the wind is a classic epic fantasy tale with a strong protagonist and hero named kvothe and is the first book in the king killer chronicles by patrick rothfus. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss the literary. I have no new material to share, so i decided it would be an appropriate time to whip out a passage from my favorite book, the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. Kathryn ann fleming october 6, 1965 december 14, 2006 was an american actress, voice actress, artist, singer, and awardwinning audiobook narrator and producer. Because the kingkiller chronicle is framed as a story told over three separate days, i also thought the audio. Let it be known that all seven members of wired book. Mar 23, 20 the pronunciation of kvothe, first by the author patrick rothfuss and then by the audiobook narrator nick podehl.
Bree despain joins us for a discussion of writing the firstperson viewpoint. She was the owner and executive producer at cedar house audio, an audio. His first novel, the name of the wind audiobook, won the quill award and was a publishers weekly best book. Critics are already throwing around comparisons to some of the biggest names in fantasy, including george r. The pronunciation of kvothe, first by the author patrick rothfuss and then by the audiobook narrator nick podehl. An excerpt from the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. Winner of the pulitzer prize for literature, margaret mitchells great novel of the south is one of the most popular books ever written. If u like eragon, harry potter, mistborn give this book a try.
The name of the wind audiobook the kingkiller chronicle 1. Rothfuss builds a slow burn fantasy narrative meant to keep you warm throughout dark nights of literary pursuits, rather than a showy bonfire that burns through all its material in order to hook you. Name of the wind follows the trials of a burgeoning young hero, kvothe, as he begins his life long quest to discover. This book uses a unique style of a story within a story that works really well. Also, i would have had zero idea how to say kvothe if it hadnt been for the narration, so yes, i recommend it as an audiobook, but not as an actual novel. The narrator is sometimes difficult to understand, but very good at switching roles. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller.
He has been given numerous awards including audiofiles earphones. The name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss written by patrick rothfuss, audiobook narrated by rupert degas. Livre audio the name of the wind patrick rothfuss audible. At first i wasnt sure about the speaker nick podehl but after the intro chapters and kovthe begins his tale i really enjoyed his style a flare for reading. Kenneth grahame 18591932 the wind in the willows allows every person who has always wished animals could talk to dream a little more. Sequel to the extraordinary the name of the wind, the wise mans fear is the second instalment of this superb fantasy trilogy from patrick rothfuss. Kingkiller chronicle, book 1 patrick rothfuss author, nick podehl narrator, brilliance audio publisher try audible free. We talk about method writing and get briefly creeped out by dan.
My husband happened to be browsing ebooks and the last thing i knew, this gem was popping up as based on your shopping history type thing. It is not the most unique dream novel to ever hit racks. Patrick rothfuss announces the name of the wind tenth anniversary edition and shares updates on the kingkiller chronicle book 3 stubby the rocket fri feb 3, 2017 6. It was something that took me a little while to figure out because i had to realize that you cant just pick up any old audiobook and narrator by chance. Listen to name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss. On another note, rupert degas was also the narrator for lighting three in the rogues audio book. Name of the wind follows the trials of a burgeoning young hero, kvothe, as he begins his life long quest to discover and destroy the magical beings who killed his parents.
Jun 10, 2012 this book uses a unique style of a story within a story that works really well. This is one of those books that i enjoy more on audio book, partially because the narrator is so good, and partially because rothfuss the author does some fun things with rhyming and word play that i didnt pick up on when i just read it. I was reccomened it by a family member after having read. Can anyone compare and contrast them for posteritys sake. The name of the wind is an epic fantasy by patrick rothfuss in which the legendary hero kvothe, now in hiding as waystone inn owner kote, recounts his past. Because the kingkiller chronicle is framed as a story told over three separate days, i also thought the audio version played nicely into it. His father killed by the british and his home burned, young tatton chantry left ireland to make his fortune and regain the land that was. I recommend getting this if you loved the book, or if you have never read name of the wind. Oooh, i keep debating about rereading this book because i want to read the wise mans fear, but have forgotten too much of the name of the wind. Amazon affiliate link be sure to navigate to your countrys amazon site. Gone with the wind audiobook, by margaret mitchell. Its innovation comes not from its reality or characters fors gods sake, take a gander at the guide with the book.
I have spent the night with felurian and left with both. Rothfuss builds a slow burn fantasy narrative meant to keep you. Fair blows the wind fair blows the wind audiobook, by louis lamour. Great story, engaging characters, this is a book that will hold your attention from cover to cover or you will find reasons to take a very long drive just to hear more. In the name of the wind, patrick rothfuss brings together elements from all the great fantasy writers, from george r. Get name of the wind by patrick rothfuss audiobook free. His father killed by the british and his home burned, young tatton chantry left ireland to make his fortune and regain the land that was rightfully his. The name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss written by patrick rothfuss, audiobook narrated by nick podehl. Dont try to pronounce his name now, but after listening for a while and saying it over and over you will get it, it almost sounds like kwoathe. Best fantasy audiobook narrators best fantasy audio. He has recorded all seven books in the harry potter series as audiobooks, and as a narrator he has won two grammy awards in 2001 and 2008 and received seven grammy nominations and a record ten audie awards including audio book of the year 2004, best childrens narrator 2001200520072008, best childrens audio. Name of the wind, the audiobook by patrick rothfuss.
The following version of this book was used to create this study guide. Aug 27, 2019 narrator is a screenreading app thats built into windows 10, so theres nothing you need to download or install. You fly through the pages, heedless of hour or other commitments. May 15, 2009 listen to name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss. So it looks like people either love or hate this book. May, 2011 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss is an excellent audiobook put out by brilliance audio.
Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. What did you love best about the name of the wind part one. I really enjoyed it a lot, though it took maybe 5 or so chapters to really hook me in. After that, what makes fred majors stand out from the other two.
Listen to name of the wind audio book by patrick rothfuss. Jan 22, 2017 bree despain joins us for a discussion of writing the firstperson viewpoint. Download the name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss. Ebook, paperback and hardcover available from most major book retailers, here are a few of the main ones. Day one, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss. Download the name of the wind audiobook by patrick. Stream the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas extract 1 by orionbooks from desktop or your mobile device. I loved the book, so i was thrilled to find the audio version. Because of the wait for the third book i have discovered two. The narration is more like a voice acting performance. As mentioned above, i personally think the name of the wind is best enjoyed as an audiobook. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert.
The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss is an excellent audiobook put out by brilliance audio. If you dont like the afore mentioned books, id still. Martin to robert jordan, to create a thrilling and intricately spun story that will leave you breathless. The name of the wind, also called the kingkiller chronicle. Extract 1 of patrick rothfuss the name of the wind part 1 of the kingkiller chronicles. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss the literary phoenix. Patrick rothfuss is the bestselling author of the kingkiller chronicle audiobook. Patrick rothfuss has created a masterpiece in literature with his pen and it has been given voice by nick podehls narration. To fantasy fans, nick podehl is the voice of the beloved kingkiller chronicles series. It is the first book in the ongoing fantasy trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, followed by the wise mans fear. The harry potter septet, the night circus, a christmas carol, around the world in 80 days, peter pan. Because of the wait for the third book i have discovered two series that i now consider to be in my top favorites. Kingkiller chronicle has 5 entries in the series overdrive rakuten overdrive borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. The name of the wind audiobook patrick rothfuss audible.
Fantasy readersa notoriously discerning grouptend to dole out praise judiciously, which makes the reception of the name of the wind, the first volume in patrick rothfusss the kingkiller. Im currently on my 6th listen and i just cant find anything close to this good. We discuss some key aspects of this particular pov, including the unreliable narrator, the overtheshoulder vs. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer. This guide describes how to use narrator with windows so that you can start using apps, browsing the web, and more.
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