China Miéville's *Perdido Street Station* stands out as a landmark in contemporary fantasy literature and a cornerstone of the "weird fiction" genre. Its inclusion in The Folio Society's distinguished collection of deluxe hardcovers is a testament to its enduring appeal and critical acclaim. As the novel celebrates its 25th anniversary, The Folio Society is set to release a comprehensive 707-page hardcover edition, enhancing the reading experience with a new afterword by Miéville himself and captivating illustrations by Doug Bell. Bell's artwork enriches the narrative with 8 black and white chapter opening images, 12 vibrant full-color illustrations, and an intricate map of the fictional city of New Crobuzon.

IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive first look at some of the stunning artwork that will be featured in this edition, including the detailed map of New Crobuzon. 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 the threads of magic and machinery are intricately woven, a perilous experiment unleashes a nightmare poised to devour the city. Isaac, a rogue scientist, unwittingly releases a monstrous force and must gather a motley crew of outcasts to combat it. As New Crobuzon teeters on the edge of annihilation, the struggle plunges into the shadowy depths of human ambition and the haunting allure of the bizarre. China Miéville's PERDIDO STREET STATION is an enthralling voyage into a realm brimming with grotesque marvels, brutal horrors, and the pulsating beat 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 special 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 literary classics, The Folio Society has recently ventured 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.