Terry Goodkind (1948–2020) was an American writer born in Omaha, Nebraska, known for his epic fantasy series The Sword of Truth. Despite suffering from dyslexia, he worked as a carpenter and artist before turning to writing. His first novel, Wizard’s First Rule (1994), marked the beginning of a saga that sold over 25 million copies and was translated into more than 20 languages. The series was adapted into the television show Legend of the Seeker.
Among his most notable works are Stone of Tears (1995), Temple of the Winds (1997), Faith of the Fallen (2000), and Chainfire (2005). He also wrote standalone novels such as The Law of Nines (2009) and Nest (2016). His style is characterized by integrating philosophical elements, particularly from Ayn Rand's objectivism, into epic fantasy plots.
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