The great abandonment: what happens to the natural world when people disappear?
The Audio Long Read
00:00
Intro
This chapter examines the decline of the Bulgarian village of Turkmen, where its population has plummeted from over 1,200 to fewer than 200. It discusses the effects of urbanization, emigration, and low birth rates on rural life, while capturing nostalgic memories of a once-thriving community.
Transcript
Play full episode
