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All The Beauty In The World: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art And Me
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A Best Book Of The Year From New York Public Library, Npr, The Financial Times, Book Riot, And The Sunday Times (London).A Fascinating, Revelatory Portrait Of The Metropolitan Museum Of Art And Its Treasures By A Former New Yorker Staffer Who Spent A Decade As A Museum Guard.Millions Of People Climb The Grand Marble Staircase To Visit The Metropolitan Museum Of Art Every Year. But Only A Select Few Have Unrestricted Access To Every Nook And Cranny. Theyre The Guards Who Roam Unobtrusively In Dark Blue Suits, Keeping A Watchful Eye On The Two Million Square Foot Treasure House. Caught Up In His Glamorous Fledgling Career At The New Yorker, Patrick Bringley Never Thought Hed Be One Of Them. Then His Older Brother Was Diagnosed With Fatal Cancer And He Found Himself Needing To Escape The Mundane Clamor Of Daily Life. So He Quit The New Yorker And Sought Solace In The Most Beautiful Place He Knew.To His Surprise And The Readers Delight, This Temporary Refuge Becomes Bringleys Home Away From Home For A Decade. We Follow Him As He Guards Delicate Treasures From Egypt To Rome, Strolls The Labyrinths Beneath The Galleries, Wears Out Nine Pairs Of Company Shoes, And Marvels At The Beautiful Works In His Care. Bringley Enters The Museum As A Ghost, Silent And Almost Invisible, But Soon Finds His Voice And His Tribe: The Artworks And Their Creators And The Lively Subculture Of Museum Guardsa Gorgeous Mosaic Of Artists, Musicians, Bluecollar Stalwarts, Immigrants, Cutups, And Dreamers. As His Bonds With His Colleagues And The Art Grow, He Comes To Understand How Fortunate He Is To Be Walled Off In This Little World, And How Much It Resembles The Best Aspects Of The Larger World To Which He Gradually, Gratefully Returns.In The Tradition Of Classic Workplace Memoirs Like Lab Girl And Working Stiff, All The Beauty In The World Is A Surprising, Inspiring Portrait Of A Great Museum, Its Hidden Treasures, And The People Who Make It Tick, By One Of Its Most Intimate Observers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'All the Beauty in the World'? A: The main theme of 'All the Beauty in the World' revolves around the author's unique experiences as a museum guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exploring the emotional connection between art, the museum, and the people who inhabit that space.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'All the Beauty in the World' is Patrick Bringley, who shares his personal journey and reflections during his time guarding the museum.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on February 14, 2023.
- Q: What is the format of 'All the Beauty in the World'? A: This book is available in a hardcover format, which is known for its durability and high-quality presentation.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 240 pages, offering a substantial yet approachable read.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art lovers? A: Yes, 'All the Beauty in the World' is particularly suitable for art lovers, as it provides an intimate look at one of the world's greatest art institutions and the stories behind its treasures.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers who enjoy memoirs, art history, and personal reflections on life in a cultural institution will find this book engaging and enriching.
- Q: Does the book cover any specific artworks? A: While the book does not focus on specific artworks in detail, it discusses the author's experiences with various treasures from different cultures and historical contexts within the museum.
- Q: What is the tone of the book? A: The tone of 'All the Beauty in the World' is introspective and empathetic, combining personal narrative with observations about art and the human experience.
- Q: Is 'All the Beauty in the World' a bestseller? A: Yes, the book is a New York Times bestseller and has been recognized as one of the best books of the year by several reputable publications.