Authors
Darmon Richter
Darmon Richter is a specialist in the ideological art and architecture of former communist societies. From his base in Bulgaria, he ventures out to explore the forgotten ruins of bold, heroic and Utopian designs across post-Soviet Europe and beyond. His latest book Chernobyl: A Stalkers’ Guide was published by FUEL (London) last year. Darmon’s blog is at www.exutopia.com.
— Articles by Darmon Richter —
hidden europe 69: Feature
Magazine article
Bulgarian riverlands: Politics and history on the Danube
by Darmon RichterThe Danube irrigates Bulgarian crops and provides Bulgarian fishermen their catch. Guest contributor Darmon Richter takes time out in the riverside town of Silistra to reflect on Bulgaria’s complex relationship with the Danube.
hidden europe 64: Feature
Magazine article
On the wrong side of the line: report from a Ukrainian village
by Darmon RichterSofia Bezverhaya says she is always glad to cater to those who want to see a more traditional picture of the region. “I am grateful that people are coming,” she says, “and especially when they bring bread, oil, and supplies! We have a mobile shop, but it only comes once a month.” Darmon Richter reports from the Ukrainian village of Kupovate.