Folio Society Unveils Lavish Hardcover of China Miéville's Perdido Street Station

China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands as a cornerstone in the realm of fantasy literature and the "weird fiction" genre, earning widespread critical acclaim over the past several decades. Its intricate world-building and compelling narrative make it an ideal addition to The Folio Society's prestigious collection of deluxe hardcover editions.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of this seminal work, The Folio Society is set to release a grand 707-page hardcover edition of *Perdido Street Station*. This special edition features a newly written afterword by China Miéville himself, along with a stunning array of illustrations by 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 city of New Crobuzon, enhancing the reader's immersion into Miéville's extraordinary world.

IGN has the exclusive privilege of showcasing some of the remarkable artwork that will grace the pages of this edition, 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's the official description 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 the collaboration, China 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 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 exclusive edition of *Perdido Street Station* is limited to just 500 copies worldwide and will be available for purchase starting Tuesday, March 18, exclusively through The Folio Society's website.

In addition to this literary masterpiece, 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* for more on their latest offerings.