China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands out as one of the most critically acclaimed fantasy novels in recent decades and a pivotal work in the "weird fiction" subgenre. This makes it an ideal candidate for The Folio Society's collection of luxurious hardcover editions.
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, The Folio Society is set to release a grand 707-page hardcover edition of *Perdido Street Station*. This special edition features a new afterword by Miéville himself and a fresh set of illustrations by artist Doug Bell. Bell's contributions include 8 black and white chapter opening images, 12 vibrant full-color illustrations, and a meticulously crafted map of the city of New Crobuzon.
IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive first look at some of the artwork from *Perdido Street Station*, including the map. You can explore these visuals in the slideshow gallery below:
The Folio Society's Perdido Street Station Preview Gallery
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Here is the official synopsis for *Perdido Street Station*:
*In the sprawling, chaotic city of New Crobuzon, where magic and machinery intertwine, a dangerous experiment unleashes a nightmare that threatens to consume everything. Isaac, a rogue scientist, unwittingly sets a monstrous force loose and must rally an unlikely band of outcasts to confront it. As the city teeters on the brink of destruction, the battle delves into the darkest corners of human ambition and the eerie beauty of the bizarre. China Miéville’s PERDIDO STREET STATION is a spellbinding journey into a world teeming with grotesque wonders, savage horrors, and the relentless pulse of revolution.*
Reflecting on his collaboration with The Folio Society, Miéville stated, “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 honour 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 exquisite edition of *Perdido Street Station* is limited to just 500 copies worldwide and will be available starting Tuesday, March 18, exclusively on The Folio Society's website.
In addition to their literary offerings, The Folio Society has recently expanded into the realm of comic book reprints. Be sure to check out our exclusive previews of *DC: Batman* and *Marvel: Unforgettable Stories*.
