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

China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands as one of the most critically acclaimed fantasy novels of recent decades, and a cornerstone of the "weird fiction" subgenre. Its inclusion in The Folio Society's collection of deluxe hardcovers is a testament to its enduring appeal and literary significance.

Celebrating the book's 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 and a fresh set of illustrations by artist Doug Bell. Bell's contributions include 8 black and white chapter opening images, 12 full-color illustrations, and an intricate map of the city of New Crobuzon, enhancing the immersive experience of Miéville's world.

IGN has the exclusive privilege to unveil some of the stunning artwork from *Perdido Street Station*, including the detailed 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 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 experience, 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 exclusive 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 website.

In addition to this literary masterpiece, The Folio Society has been expanding its offerings to include comic book reprints. Be sure to check out our exclusive previews of *DC: Batman* and *Marvel: Unforgettable Stories* for more stunning releases.