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karenleagermain 's review for:
All The Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me
by Patrick Bringley
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Following the death of his brother, Patrick Brinkley, in his mid-twenties, took a job as a guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This job was a form of escape, a place where he could be in a relatively quiet and contemplative space, among great art, and a place to process his grief.
The job ended up lasting many years. In this beautiful contemplation about art and life, Bringley shares his experiences at the met, including his favorite pieces and friendships formed.
I found it interesting that Bringley's coworkers come from so many different background, ages, and cultures. He ended connection with people very different from himself. It also speaks to the power of art and how art is both a personal and collective experience.
Several months ago, All the Beauty in the World was the monthly selections for the non-fiction book club at a bookstore where I used to work. I took note of it as something that caught my eye. I just thought this memoir was absolutely beautiful and I enjoyed hearing the audio book read by the author.
The job ended up lasting many years. In this beautiful contemplation about art and life, Bringley shares his experiences at the met, including his favorite pieces and friendships formed.
I found it interesting that Bringley's coworkers come from so many different background, ages, and cultures. He ended connection with people very different from himself. It also speaks to the power of art and how art is both a personal and collective experience.
Several months ago, All the Beauty in the World was the monthly selections for the non-fiction book club at a bookstore where I used to work. I took note of it as something that caught my eye. I just thought this memoir was absolutely beautiful and I enjoyed hearing the audio book read by the author.