As a former New Yorker staffer and now a museum guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Patrick Bringley offers a fascinating and revelatory portrait of the treasures within its walls. Amidst the hustle and bustle of millions of visitors, Bringley finds solace and a sense of belonging among the beautiful works and his fellow guards, who make up a diverse and vibrant subculture. This heartfelt and inspiring memoir reminds us of the beauty and importance of art in our lives.
Authored by Patrick Bringley
Hardcover
240 pages
Measurements: 6 x 9 inches
Published by Simon & Schuster (February 14, 2023)