Book Review: The texture of life: Occupations and related activities

Abstract

Reviews the book, The Texture of Life: Occupations and Related Activities (4th Ed.) by edited Jim Hinojosa and Marie-Louise Blount (2014). The Texture of Life, fourth edition presents the art and science of occupational therapy in a unique and compelling way. The emergence of occupation-centred practice is the major focus and continuing thread throughout this text. The spirituality and care of others have joined the ranks in occupational clusters of more traditional company, such as work, self-care, and leisure. From a Canadian perspective, the chapter The Occupational Profile is an exceptional resource that provides clarity to and understanding of the core of occupational therapy practice in the United States. The resources that accompany the narratives are rich and broad in their scope. Accompanying concepts, such as occupational performance and clinical reasoning, are explored in depth and linked strongly to the multiple facets of practice evolving in 21st-century occupational therapy. And this is all accomplished through accessible narrative, with interesting questions woven together with enlightening tables and informative photographs. It is well worth making this book an addition to any library. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)