Bas-Lag trilogy Books in Order

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The Bas-Lag trilogy, authored by China Miéville and published between 2000 and 2004, consists of three novels set in the city of New Crobuzon and its surrounding regions, a world characterized by environmental decay and the coexistence of humans, genetically altered beings, and magical entities. The series explores themes such as rebellion, transformation, and the effects of scientific and magical experimentation, often framed through political and personal conflicts. Each book is set within the same universe but features different characters and events, contributing to a layered depiction of a world in upheaval. The first novel in the series is Perdido Street Station, published in 2000.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Perdido Street Station

    Perdido Street Station

    2000 · China Miéville

    New Crobuzon is a grimy city built around the remains of a massive dead creature, home to humans, Re-mades, and magical beings. The city is polluted…

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    The Scar

    2002 · China Miéville

    China Mieville's The Scar, a 2002 novel, is set in the same world as his Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning Perdido Street Station. The story follows…

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  3. Cover of Iron Council

    Iron Council

    2004 · China Miéville

    A 2004 novel by China Miéville, following Perdido Street Station and The Scar and set decades later in New Crobuzon. As the city is ripped apart by…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Bas-Lag trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Perdido Street Station”. Start with “Perdido Street Station.”

How many books are in the Bas-Lag trilogy series?

We list 3 books by China Miéville , published between 2000–2004.

Where can I buy the Bas-Lag trilogy books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.