The Name of the Wind (by Patrick Rothfuss) follows the brilliant arcanist
Kvothe from his idyllic/tragic childhood to his adulthood of seclusion. Or he thinks he is in seclusion. One of the primary turning points of his
entire life takes place when Kvothe enrolls at the University, finally gaining
entrance to the largest collection of books he has ever seen.
This
book is a hallmark of fantasy literature, with amazing characters and intricate world-building to rival Tolkien.Seriously.
How
to Commemorate:
- Visit a library
- Research an ancient, foreboding topic
- Play a lute
