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Patrick Rothfuss, born on June 6, 1973 in Madison, Wisconsin, United States, is a novelist, writer and English teacher. As of 2026, Patrick Rothfuss is 53 years old. Education on record includes University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. Recorded honors include David Gemmell Legend Awards (2012) and Quill Award (2007). Credited works include The Name of the Wind, The Wise Man's Fear and The Slow Regard of Silent Things.
My Take
What fascinates me about Rothfuss is how two books built a literary cult that millions still wait on. The Name of the Wind and The Wise Man's Fear read like prose set to music, every sentence sanded smooth, which makes the famously slow pace feel earned rather than careless. I find his path compelling too: a Wisconsin English teacher who became one of fantasy's most exacting craftsmen. The Quill and Gemmell awards confirm the talent, but it's the patience I respect. Whether the trilogy ever closes, he's already proved that restraint and rhythm can outshine sheer output in this genre.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Patrick Rothfuss
- Name (Japanese)
- パトリック・ロスファス
- Reading
- ぱとりっく・ろすふぁす
- Born
- June 6, 1973 (age 53)
- Origin
- Madison, Wisconsin, United States
- Occupation
- novelist / teacher / writer / English teacher
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Ox
2. Background
- University
- University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point
Awards & achievements
- 2012 David Gemmell Legend Awards
- 2007 Quill Award
3. Works & records
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title |
|---|---|
| Notable work | The Name of the Wind |
| Notable work | The Wise Man's Fear |
| Notable work | The Slow Regard of Silent Things |
| Notable work | The Narrow Road Between Desires |
4. Links
- Official sitehttps://www.patrickrothfuss.com
- Xhttps://x.com/PatrickRothfuss
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick%20Rothfuss
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%83%91%E3%83%88%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF%E3%83%BB%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%83%95%E3%82%A1%E3%82%B9
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q514546
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Patrick Rothfuss born?
Born June 6, 1973 (age 53).
Where is Patrick Rothfuss from?
Patrick Rothfuss is from Madison, Wisconsin, United States.
What does Patrick Rothfuss do?
Patrick Rothfuss works as novelist, teacher, writer, English teacher.
What is Patrick Rothfuss known for?
Notable works include The Name of the Wind, The Wise Man's Fear, The Slow Regard of Silent Things.
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