Iron Council

Set in the richly imagined world of Bas-Lag, 'Iron Council' plunges readers back into the decadent, war-torn city-state of New Crobuzon, decades after the events of its predecessors. The city is in turmoil, embroiled in a brutal conflict with the shadowy city-state of Tesh and ravaged by internal strife and escalating riots. Amidst this chaos, a mysterious masked figure ignites a strange rebellion, while treachery festers in unexpected corners. The narrative follows a desperate band of renegades who flee New Crobuzon, embarking on a perilous journey across alien continents in search of a lost hope – the legendary 'Iron Council.' This self-governing, revolutionary train, built by escaping dissidents, represents a radical alternative to the oppressive regime. As the city teeters on the brink of collapse, the fate of New Crobuzon and its people becomes inextricably linked to this enigmatic, moving sanctuary, challenging notions of freedom, revolution, and justice.