Rust & Romance: Finding Magic in Abandoned Industrial Ruins | The Book & Beyond

The Book & Beyond: Books, Authors, Film & Culture · Oct 2, 2026 · 8m · transcript

In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell invites you to explore the profound beauty and creative potential hidden within abandoned industrial ruins. This is not a story about decay or failure, but rather an exploration of 'rust and romance'—finding magic in the skeletal remains of factories, silos, and mills that time has left behind. If you are a writer, filmmaker, artist, or anyone seeking deeper inspiration for your creative practice, this episode offers a unique perspective on how looking backward can fuel forward momentum. Caoimhe draws on her background in film editing…