All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me

Discover a unique perspective on one of the world's most iconic cultural institutions. Millions visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art annually, but few experience its depths like Patrick Bringley, a former New Yorker staffer who spent a decade as a museum guard.

Initially seeking refuge from personal turmoil, Bringley found an unexpected sanctuary within the museum's walls. This memoir chronicles his decade-long journey through the vast collections, from ancient Egypt to Rome, offering an intimate look at the art and the vibrant community of guards who protect it.

Recognized as a New York Times Best Seller and named a best book of the year by numerous prestigious publications, All Beauty in the World is an "exquisite" and "hauntingly beautiful" exploration. It delves into the profound connection between art, humanity, and the quiet dedication of those who tend to these treasures.

This work, celebrated as a Midwest Indie Bestseller, offers a moving and consoling portrait of the Met, its hidden wonders, and the people who bring it to life, from one of its most intimate observers.