China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands as a monumental achievement in the realm of fantasy literature, widely celebrated for its intricate world-building and its status as a cornerstone of the "weird fiction" genre. This makes it an ideal candidate for The Folio Society's distinguished collection of deluxe hardcover editions.

In celebration of the novel's 25th anniversary, The Folio Society is set to release a comprehensive 707-page hardcover edition of *Perdido Street Station*. This special edition features a newly penned afterword by Miéville himself, along with a stunning array of illustrations by artist Doug Bell. Bell's contribution includes 8 black and white chapter opening images, 12 full-color illustrations, and a meticulously crafted map of the city of New Crobuzon, enhancing the reader's immersion into Miéville's richly detailed universe.

IGN is proud to offer an exclusive first look at some of the artwork gracing this edition, including the map. Dive into the visual experience through the slideshow gallery below:

The Folio Society's Perdido Street Station Preview Gallery

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Here's the official synopsis of *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 is scheduled for release on Tuesday, March 18, available exclusively through The Folio Society website.

In addition to literary classics, The Folio Society has recently ventured into the realm of comic book reprints. Be sure to explore our exclusive previews of *DC: Batman* and *Marvel: Unforgettable Stories* for more insights into their expanding collection.