Class Quote by Patrick Rothfuss
“Elodin proved a difficult man to find. He had an office in Hollows, but never seemed to use it. When I visited Ledgers and Lists, I discovered he only taught one class: Unlikely Maths. However, this was less than helpful in tracking him down, as according to the ledger, the time of the class was 'now' and the location was 'everywhere.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, 2007
A mysterious scholar is elusive, his presence hinted at by vague, omnipresent clues.
In simple terms: A hard‑to‑find teacher appears everywhere and nowhere.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and keep searching.
Themes
mystery
knowledge
search
elusiveness
Mood
curious
enigmatic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- tracking a mentor
- solving riddles
Key Concepts
enigmatic presence
non‑linear time
abstract teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “now” mean in a timeless setting?
- How do you locate someone who refuses to be found?
A Different Perspective
His omnipresence may be metaphorical, not literal.
