Un homme prêt à mourir raconte sa propre vie, celle du plus grand magicien de tous les temps. Son enfance dans une troupe de comédiens ambulants, ses années de misère dans une ville rongée par le crime, avant son entrée, à force de courage et d'audace, dans une prestigieuse école de magie où l'attendent de terribles dangers et de fabuleux secrets... Découvrez l'extraordinaire destin de Kvothe : magicien de génie, voleur accompli, musicien d'exception... infâme assassin. Découvrez la vérité qui a créé la légende.
J'ai libéré des princesses. J'ai incendié la ville de Trebon. J'ai suivi des pistes au clair de lune que personne n'ose évoquer durant le jour. J'ai conversé avec des dieux, aimé des femmes et écrit des chansons quifont pleurer les ménestrels. Mon nom est Kvothe. Vous avez dû entendre parler de moi.
Le jour se lève sur l'auberge de La Pierre levée et l'homme reprend son récit, fidèle à sa promesse. Suivez ses pas sur la voie qui mène à l'héroïsme et à la déchéance. Découvrez la vérité qui a créé la légende.
J'ai libéré des princesses. J'ai incendié la ville de Trebon. J'ai suivi des pistes au clair de lune que personne n'ose évoquer durant le jour. J'ai conversé avec des dieux, aimé des femmes et écrit des chansons qui font pleurer les ménestrels.
Mon nom est Kvothe.
Vous avez dû entendre parler de moi.
Dès l'enfance, Kvothe a connu un destin d'exception. Mais même aux heures les plus sombres, jamais il n'a cessé de chercher les réponses. De se révéler au monde à travers le chant de la magie. Aujourd'hui, il est à l'orée du chemin terrible et fabuleux qui fera de lui un héros...
Quel est le prix à payer lorsqu'on devient une légende de son vivant ?
'I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I burned down the town of Trebon. I have spent the night with Felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. I was expelled from the University at a younger age than most people are allowed in. I tread paths by moonlight that others fear to speak of during day. I have talked to Gods, loved women, and written songs that make the minstrels weep. My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me' So begins the tale of Kvothe - currently known as Kote, the unassuming innkeepter - from his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, through his years spent as a near-feral orphan in a crime-riddled city, to his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a difficult and dangerous school of magic. In these pages you will come to know Kvothe the notorious magician, the accomplished thief, the masterful musician, the dragon-slayer, the legend-hunter, the lover, the thief and the infamous assassin. The Name of the Wind is fantasy at its very best, and an astounding must-read title.
Second instalment in this extraordinary fantasy trilogy, following }The Name Of The Wind{. Picking up the tale of Kvothe Kingkiller once again, we follow him into exile, into political intrigue, courtship, adventure, love and magic.
The University, a renowned bastion of knowledge, attracts the brightest minds to unravel the mysteries of enlightened sciences like artificing and alchemy. Yet deep below its bustling halls lies a complex and cavernous maze of abandoned rooms and ancient passageways - and in the heart of it all lives Auri. Formerly a student at the University, now Auri spends her days tending the world around her. She has learned that some mysteries are best left settled and safe. No longer fooled by the sharp rationality so treasured by the University, Auri sees beyond the surface of things, into subtle dangers and hidden names. At once joyous and haunting, THE SLOW REGARD OF SILENT THINGS is a rich, atmospheric and lyrical tale, featuring one of the most beloved characters from Rothfuss' acclaimed fantasy series.
« Cette histoire nous est conté avec passion, entrain et rebondissements à toutes les pages Tout simplement magique et inoubliable ! » France 2 Télématin « Un livre miraculeux à mettre entre toutes les mains. » Le Pays « Une Fantasy qui nous ensorcelle. » L Amour des livres « Une profondeur et une complexité extraordinaire. » Terry Brooks sur Patrick Rothfuss Une magnifique édition collector relié à tirage unique.
Parmi les nombreuses rencontres de Kvothe, la plus attachante est sans doute celle d Auri. Cette jeune femme au caractère à la fois sauvage, enfantin et précieux reste voilée de mystère. Le regard qu elle porte sur le monde semble percevoir bien plus que celui du commun des mortels. Bientôt elle reverra Kvothe et il faudra lui offrir un présent, il est temps de se mettre en quête. Laissez-vous entraîner dans le Sous-Monde et découvrez l univers du personnage le plus touchant du Nom du vent.
Sequel to the extraordinary THE NAME OF THE WIND, THE WISE MAN'S FEAR is the second instalment of this superb fantasy trilogy from Patrick Rothfuss. This is the most exciting fantasy series since George R. R. Martin's A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, and a must-read for all fans of HBO's GAME OF THRONES. Picking up the tale of Kvothe Kingkiller once again, we follow him into exile, into political intrigue, courtship, adventure, love and magic ... and further along the path that has turned Kvothe, the mightiest magician of his age, a legend in his own time, into Kote, the unassuming pub landlord. Packed with as much magic, adventure and home-grown drama as THE NAME OF THE WIND, this is a sequel in every way the equal to its predecessor and a must-read for all fantasy fans. Readable, engaging and gripping THE WISE MAN'S FEAR is the biggest and the best fantasy novel out there.
Discover #1 New York Times -bestselling Patrick Rothfuss epic fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle. I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss. --Lin-Manuel Miranda Hes bloody good, this Rothfuss guy. --George R. R. Martin Rothfuss has real talent. --Terry Brooks OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD! DAY ONE: THE NAME OF THE WIND My name is Kvothe. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I burned down the town of Trebon. I have spent the night with Felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. I was expelled from the University at a younger age than most people are allowed in. I tread paths by moonlight that others fear to speak of during day. I have talked to Gods, loved women, and written songs that make the minstrels weep. You may have heard of me. So begins a tale unequaled in fantasy literature--the story of a hero told in his own voice. It is a tale of sorrow, a tale of survival, a tale of one mans search for meaning in his universe, and how that search, and the indomitable will that drove it, gave birth to a legend. Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle: The best epic fantasy I read last year.... Hes bloody good, this Rothfuss guy. -- George R. R. Martin , New York Times -bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. -- Terry Brooks , New York Times -bestselling author of Shannara "It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words." -- Ursula K. Le Guin , award-winning author of Earthsea "The characters are real and the magic is true. -- Robin Hobb , New York Times -bestselling author of Assassins Apprentice "Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description." -- Brandon Sanderson , New York Times -bestselling author of Mistborn
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Discover #1 New York Times -bestselling Patrick Rothfuss epic fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle. I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss. --Lin-Manuel Miranda Hes bloody good, this Rothfuss guy. --George R. R. Martin Rothfuss has real talent. --Terry Brooks OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD! DAY ONE: THE NAME OF THE WIND My name is Kvothe. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I burned down the town of Trebon. I have spent the night with Felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. I was expelled from the University at a younger age than most people are allowed in. I tread paths by moonlight that others fear to speak of during day. I have talked to Gods, loved women, and written songs that make the minstrels weep. You may have heard of me. So begins a tale unequaled in fantasy literature--the story of a hero told in his own voice. It is a tale of sorrow, a tale of survival, a tale of one mans search for meaning in his universe, and how that search, and the indomitable will that drove it, gave birth to a legend. Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle: The best epic fantasy I read last year.... Hes bloody good, this Rothfuss guy. -- George R. R. Martin , New York Times -bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. -- Terry Brooks , New York Times -bestselling author of Shannara "It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words." -- Ursula K. Le Guin , award-winning author of Earthsea "The characters are real and the magic is true. -- Robin Hobb , New York Times -bestselling author of Assassins Apprentice "Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description." -- Brandon Sanderson , New York Times -bestselling author of Mistborn
Discover #1 New York Times -bestselling Patrick Rothfuss epic fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle. I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss. --Lin-Manuel Miranda Hes bloody good, this Rothfuss guy. --George R. R. Martin Rothfuss has real talent. --Terry Brooks DAY TWO: THE WISE MANS FEAR There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man. My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me. So begins a tale told from his own point of view--a story unequaled in fantasy literature. Now in The Wise Mans Fear , Day Two of The Kingkiller Chronicle, Kvothe takes his first steps on the path of the hero and learns how difficult life can be when a man becomes a legend in his own time. Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle: The best epic fantasy I read last year.... Hes bloody good, this Rothfuss guy. -- George R. R. Martin , New York Times -bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. -- Terry Brooks , New York Times -bestselling author of Shannara "It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words." -- Ursula K. Le Guin , award-winning author of Earthsea "The characters are real and the magic is true. -- Robin Hobb , New York Times -bestselling author of Assassins Apprentice "Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description." -- Brandon Sanderson , New York Times -bestselling author of Mistborn
Bast knows how to bargain. The give-and-take of a negotiation is as familiar to him as the in-and-out of breathing; to watch him trade is to watch an artist at work. But even a master''s brush can slip. When he accepts a gift, taking something for nothing, Bast''s whole world is knocked askew, for he knows how to bargain - but not how to owe.
From dawn to midnight over the course of a single day, follow the Kingkiller Chronicle''s most charming fae as he schemes and sneaks, dancing into trouble and back out again with uncanny grace.
The Narrow Road Between Desires is Bast''s story. In it he traces the old ways of making and breaking, following his heart even when doing so goes against his better judgement.
After all, what good is caution if it keeps him from danger and delight?
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Living in the abandoned tunnel system beneath the University, the enigmatic Auri reflects on her bittersweet life while making unique observations about the broken world she would survive. By the best-selling author of The Name of the Wind . 100,000 first printing.
T superb, number 2 Sunday Times bestselling, sequel to THE NAME OF THE WIND.
Kvothe searches for answers, attempting to uncover the truth about the mysterious Amyr, the Chandrian, and the death of his parents. Along the way, Kvothe is put on trial by the legendary Adem mercenaries, forced to reclaim the honor of his family, and travels into the Fae realm.
Le meilleur jeu de rôle au monde. La famille la plus dysfonctionnelle de sa dimension. Aucun risque que ça ne tourne mal, hein ? Dans son lycée, tout le monde ne parle plus que de Dungeons & Dragons. Bien décidé à faire partie des cool kids, Morty se tourne vers son grand-père Rick, qui, en plus d'être le scientifique le plus génial et le plus dépravé du multivers, se trouve être un joueur D&D hors pair. Mais quand on s'appelle Rick Sanchez, le jeu de plateau prend d'autres dimensions ! Rick, Morty, Summer, Beth et Jerry atterrissent alors dans des univers parallèles entièrement gouvernés par les règles du jeu, et toute la famille s'embarque dans des quêtes IRL épiques et hilarantes.
Deux monstres de la pop culture se réunissent et aucun multivers n'était prêt !
Rares sont ceux qui connaissent l'existence du Sous-Monde, une toile brisée d'anciennes galeries et de pièces laissées à l'abandon qui s'étend dans les profondeurs de l'Université.
Protégée par ce labyrinthe sinueux, confortablement installée au coeur même de ces lieux désolés, vit une étrange jeune femme.
Le silence et les ténèbres semblent être ses seuls compagnons sur le chemin qu'elle se fraie dans cet univers souterrain. À moins qu'elle ne perçoive autre chose. Comme une complainte des oubliés, mêlant douceur et amertume à son existence...
Son nom est Auri. Et sa vie est peuplée de mystères.
Parmi les nombreuses rencontres de Kvothe, la plus attachante est sans nul doute celle d'Auri. Cette jeune femme, au caractère à la fois sauvage, enfantin et précieux, reste voilée de mystère. Le regard qu'elle porte sur le monde semble percevoir bien plus que celui du commun des mortels. Bientôt elle reverra Kvothe et il faudra lui offrir un présent. Il est temps de se mettre en quête.
Laissez-vous entraîner dans le Sous-Monde et découvrez l'univers du personnage le plus touchant du Nom du vent.
Cette édition contient une douzaine d'illustrations intérieures réalisées par Marc Simonetti, illustrateur attitré de Patrick Rothfuss.