China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands as one of the most critically acclaimed fantasy novels of recent decades, cementing its status as a cornerstone of the "weird fiction" subgenre. Its inclusion in The Folio Society's prestigious collection of deluxe hardcovers is a testament to its enduring impact.
To celebrate the book's 25th anniversary, The Folio Society is set to release a monumental 707-page hardcover edition of *Perdido Street Station*. This special edition features a new afterword by China Miéville himself and a captivating series of illustrations by the talented artist Doug Bell. Bell's contributions include 8 black and white chapter opening images, 12 vibrant full-color illustrations, and an intricately detailed map of the fictional city of New Crobuzon.
IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive first look at some of the stunning artwork featured in this edition, including the map of New Crobuzon. You can explore these visuals in the slideshow gallery below:
The Folio Society's Perdido Street Station Preview Gallery
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Here's the official synopsis for *Perdido Street Station*:
In the sprawling, chaotic city of New Crobuzon, where the realms of magic and machinery converge, a perilous experiment unleashes a nightmare that threatens to engulf everything. Isaac, a rogue scientist, inadvertently releases a monstrous force and must gather a motley crew of outcasts to combat it. As the city teeters on the edge of annihilation, the struggle plunges into the darkest depths of human ambition and the haunting allure of the bizarre. China Miéville’s Perdido Street Station is a mesmerizing journey into a world brimming with grotesque marvels, savage terrors, and the unyielding beat of revolution.
Reflecting on his collaboration with The Folio Society, Miéville shared, "Having encountered my first Folio Society edition as a child and been blown away by the beauty and mystery of the text, it has been a great honor to work with the Society on one of my own books. I’m still astonished that something I wrote will be part of this beautiful oeuvre, and grateful to everyone at the Society for making the whole process such a pleasure."
This exclusive edition of *Perdido Street Station* is limited to just 500 copies worldwide and will be available for purchase starting Tuesday, March 18, exclusively on The Folio Society's website.
In addition to this literary gem, The Folio Society has been expanding its offerings to include reprints of comic books. Be sure to check out our exclusive previews of *DC: Batman* and *Marvel: Unforgettable Stories*.
