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7 Insanely Awesome Folio Society Books

Beautiful editions of Folio Society books

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May 29, 2015

You like pretty books, right? Well, there’s this publisher that goes above and beyond when it comes to making desirable books. The Folio Society is a UK-based publisher of hardbacks only and their books are beautiful. They publish illustrated editions of classics of fiction and non- fiction. Just take a look at these examples of their awesomness.

1. The Great Gatsby

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2. Breakfast at Tiffany’s

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3. Beloved

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4. Heart of Darkness

Interior art: 5. The Remains of the Day

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6. Dune

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7. Lord of the Flies

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