China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands as a towering achievement in the realm of fantasy literature, heralded as a defining work within the "weird fiction" subgenre. Its profound impact and critical acclaim make it a perfect addition to The Folio Society's prestigious collection of deluxe hardcover editions.
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 boasts a new afterword penned by Miéville himself, enriching the reader's experience with fresh insights. Additionally, the book is adorned with a series of captivating illustrations by artist Doug Bell. His contributions include 8 striking black and white chapter opening images, 12 vivid full-color illustrations, and a meticulously detailed map of the enigmatic city of New Crobuzon.
IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive sneak peek at some of the stunning artwork featured in this edition, including the intricate map of New Crobuzon. Dive into the gallery below to explore these visual delights:
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 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 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 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* for more from this esteemed publisher.
