Pretty Page Turners

Illustrated editions bring literary favorites and thoughtful design to the bookshelf.

Open hardcover book displaying a full-color illustration across two pages.

Founded in London in 1947, The Folio Society publishes carefully crafted editions of works of fiction and nonfiction, offering affordable beauty for the nightstand. Here are some recent releases:

The Gastronomical Me

This food memoir is introduced by Ruth Reichl and features 12 pages of black and white photographs chronicling M.F.K. Fisher’s life. $57.95

Dr. No

Fay Dalton’s illustrations bring to life the glamour and danger of Bond’s action-filled adventure in Jamaica and is bound in blocked cloth. $59.95

Emily Dickinson’s Selected Poems

This edition features illustrations from Jane Lydbury and a translucent dust jacket over the cover, which showcases a beautiful wood engraving. $29.95

The Pre-Raphaelite Tragedy

William Gaunt’s captivating art history classic features beautiful images of the movement’s most significant works. $64.95

American Gods

Neil Gaiman’s classic work is done justice with a stunning cover design and interior illustrations by acclaimed artist and Gaiman’s creative partner, Dave McKean. $120