Explore a fresh perspective on economic science with Deirdre Nansen McCloskey’s ‘Bettering Humanomics.’ This insightful book champions an approach that prioritizes understanding human action over mere observation, challenging contemporary economic theories. McCloskey, renowned for her work on the Great Enrichment, reintroduces the concept of ‘humanomics,’ drawing inspiration from Adam Smith and others. She critiques the focus on ‘imperfections’ in current economic thought, advocating instead for an economics that embraces a comprehensive, historical, and ethical understanding of human motivation. Discover a rigorous yet engaging argument for market-tested betterment and a vision for economics as a truly human science. Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the future of economic thought, this book from The Bookish Owl offers a compelling reevaluation of our economic systems.