A voice in the wind takes listeners into a richly imagined ancient rome in the midst of its great decline. Martin to robert jordan, to create a thrilling and intricately spun story that will leave you breathless i have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. It was his narration alone that lead me to download this story. I have listened to other books read by rupert degas, the name of the wind by pat rothfuss among others and thoroughly loved them. Mar 24, 2019 back in 1999 i found a book written by another author, the name of the book had the word game in its title. After abandoning his chosen field of chemical engineering, pat wandered through clinical psychology, philosophy, medieval history, theater and sociology. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The name of the wind is a book that took me months to finish, but not because i didnt enjoy it.
I devoured it and quickly went back to get the second book in the same series by the same author, this one had the word clash in its title. Windi thomas, 300 pounds, smothered boyfriend to death. This is the most exciting fantasy series since george r. In ad 60, boudica, war leader of the eceni, led her people in a final bloody revolt against the occupying armies of rome. Meg murry cant help but be worried when her sixyearold brother, charles wallace.
Playlists containing the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas extract 2. The novel named, the name of the wind audiobook, is a heroic fantasy novel written by american author patrick rothfuss and was published on march 27, 2007, by daw books. I apologize if this is a redundant question, but the most recent samequestion post that i could find was referred to thetinkerspacks, and the item is sold out there. It was the culmination of nearly 20 years of resistance against an occupying force that sought to crush a vibrant, complex civilisation and replace it with the laws, taxes and slavery of the roman empire. I stumbled upon this page because im googling audio book as good as name of the wind rupert degas. He is best known for his voice work in animation, video games, audio drama. Years ago i read name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. I dont know why they chose to make a new versions a year after podehls version was released. Admittedly, name of the wind is one of the best stories written in the last 25 years in my opinion but the narrated performance by rupert degas was a big part of the audio enjoyment. To audiobook listeners, rupert degas vs nick podehl. On the day titus, 77th earl of gormenghast, is born, a young upstart named steerpike escapes his hereditary kitchen job to change his life and fortunes. A night at the bar lends itself to storytelling, and rupert degas incredible reading brings each character to life.
She faces a sentence of up to 40 years in prison, and the prosecutors have recommended a sentence of between 18 to 36 years. More tracks like the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas extract 2. 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. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss goodreads. The name of the wind narrated by rupert degas by rothfuss, patrick. Patrick loves words, laughs often, and dabbles in alchemy. The name of the winds patrick rothfuss, the name of the winds audiobook. Orion have also released uk version of the audio books of the name of the wind and the wise mans fear narrated by rupert degas. He is best known for his voice work in animation, video games, audio drama, advertising, and also as an audiobook narrator. I have spent the night with felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. The characters, even the smallest ones, have a way of making their way into your heart that you cant help but fall for every.
Rothfusss fantasy literature debut is the story of a hero, told in his own voice. Extract 1 of patrick rothfuss the name of the wind part 1 of the kingkiller chronicles. Users who like the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas extract 2. 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 experiences to chronicler, a story collector. For he knew the name of the wind, and so the wind obeyed him. I happened upon the narration by rupert degas, and i listened to a. Download mp3 the name of the wind narrated by rupert. Ive listened to many audio books and can honestly say rupert degas has such a range of voices that brings each and every character alive. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Rupert degas, narrator for name of the wind, on the us. Users who reposted the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas extract 2. Harry potter fans craving a new mindblowing series should look no further than the name of the wind the first book in a trilogy about an orphan boy who becomes a legend.
Thomas s advice in second wind, and i highly recommend this very practical and accessible book to everyone over fifty. The following version of this book was used to create this study guide. In these pages you will come to know kvothe the notorious magician, the accomplished thief, the masterful musician, the dragonslayer, the legend hunter, the lover, the thief and the infamous assassin. The name of the wind audiobook the kingkiller chronicle 1. The characters, even the smallest ones, have a way of making their way into.
I have twice tried to listen to the audio version, but i just dont feel that nick podehl is the right narrator for this story. Francine rivers, winner of the ecpa gold medallion, is a bestselling author of christian fiction. It bore him to the ground as gently as a puff of thistledown and set him on his feet softly as a mother. Fishpond united states, the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle by patrick rothfuss rupert degas read buy. I am looking for the kingkiller chronicle audiobooks with the british narrator rupert degas the only audiobooks audible has are the ones that are narrated by nick podehl. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert. Patrick rothfuss was born in wisconsin in 1973, where the long winters and lack of cable television encouraged a love of reading and writing. Back in 1999 i found a book written by another author, the name of the book had the word game in its title.
Mythago wood is regarded as one of the finest fantasy novels of the 20th century. I was just saving every page and svoring every line like an addicted person saves their last dose. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. Hes a legend, with a breadth of voices unmatched, and the ability to bring a story alive. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle, 2012. I always found it hard to concentrate on them, and they just seemed so slow. Rupert joel degas born 1970081717 august 1970 is a britishaustralian actor, best known for his voice work in animation and audiobooks. I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. Brilliance audio has released us version of the audio books of the name of the wind and the wise mans fear narrated by nick podehl. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. He was kept on and voiced several characters for the fifteenth and sixteenth series.
The name of the wind npr coverage of the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. I have been looking for years for this version thank you for posting it. After more than 150 audio books, ive got to say that rupert degas is the best narrator ive heard. He has received particular critical acclaim for his performances of the name of the wind and the wise mans fear by patrick rothfuss 14 15 16, and skulduggery pleasant by derek landy 17. He is a good narrator, but i feel that this story needs someone different. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, 97814091096, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle audio. This heartstirring tale of a young slave girl, torn between her love for a handsome aristocrat and her faith in god, transcends genres with its aweinspiring power and emotional intensity. Martins a song of ice and fire, and a must for all fans of hbos game of thrones. Raw and profane, shocking and bloodchilling, it remains a modern parable of.
Even though i read the accents as different when reading the paper version, rupert takes his impression of the characters to hights and. He spoke to the wind and it cradled and caressed him. I havent regretted a single moment and i have enjoyed every second. The nme of the wind rupert degas a audiobook book reading patrick rothfuss orion orion audio orion publishing kingkiller chronicles. He was originally hired to voice diesel 10 in misty island rescue, but was later replaced by matt wilkinson. Since the 1980s, he has worked in film and television, theater, video games, radio productions and podcasts, audiobooks and as a producer. I tread paths by moonlight that others fear to speak of. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. It is a tale of sorrow, of survival, of one mans search for meaning in his universe, and how that searchand the indomitable will that drove itgave birth to a legend. 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.
One recorded by rupert degas and another recorded by nick podehl. Rupert degas does indeed provide a more serious and intense performance but while this book deals with dark and dramatic subjects, nicks light hearted narration and seems to fit the story better. On another note, rupert degas was also the narrator for lighting three in the rogues audio book. Im currently on my 6th listen and i just cant find anything close to this good. One was narrated by nick podehl, and was released on 15 may, 2009, and the other narrated by rupert degas, and was released on the 6th of march, 2012. Four decades after it first shook the nation, then the world, william peter blattys thrilling masterwork of faith and demonic possession returns in an even more powerful form. The wind and the rain a book of confessions burke, thomas on.
Patrick rothfuss the name of the wind is now available in audible format, almost 4 hrs and 42 mins long, the narration by trini alvarado is so enticing that you get hooked instantly. Any way to get the rupert degas name of the wind audiobook in the us. So begins a tale told from his own point of view a story unequaled in fantasy literature. His first novel, the name of the wind, was a publishers weekly best book of the year. Part two of the name of the wind i have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. Rupert joel degas born 17 august 1970 is a britishaustralian actor, best known for his voice work in animation and audiobooks.
Mar 27, 2007 the name of the wind is a book that took me months to finish, but not because i didnt enjoy it. The name of the winds patrick rothfuss the name of the. A beautifully crafted narrative on the forces that have shaped the baby boom generation. Download audiobooks narrated by rupert degas to your device.
The electropop band shaed is named after the magical cloak made of shadows in the name of the wind. Patrick rothfuss currently lives in central wisconsin where he teaches at the local university. The name of the wind goodreads meet your next favorite book. A night at the bar lends itself to storytelling, and rupert degas incredible reading brings each character t. In the name of the wind, patrick rothfuss brings together elements from all the great fantasy writers, from george r. Harry potter and the chamber of secrets narrated by jim dale. Extract 4 from the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas. The wise mans fear by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas. Fortyfouryearold windi thomas pleaded guilty to thirddegree murder in connection with the death of her boyfriend, keeno butler, 44.
But it seems clear that rupert is the guy that will be used in the future. First and foremost i have to comment that the performance that rupert degas gave in this book was absolutely stunning. After all, villains have the best lines and wear the best costumes. The name of the wind mass market paperback april 1, 2008. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss, read by rupert degas extract 2 by orionbooks published on 20120528t14.
In his groundbreaking new book, ant middleton thrillingly retells the story of his deathdefying climb of everest and reveals the concept of the fear bubble, showing how it can be used in our lives to help us break through our limits. The name of the wind audiobook by patrick rothfuss. Another version was released on tape narrated by fred major for the american printing house for the blind. Rupert degas acts out all the parts of this gothic novel with extreme characterizations, based on the bbc show, contrasted with lengthy spates of narrative. The book is first in the series known as kingkiller chronicle.