Book Review : DeMartino, G. F. (2022) 'The Tragic Science: How Economists Cause Harm (Even as They Aspire to Do Good)'

This paper discusses the book "The tragic science: how economists cause harm (even as they aspire to do good)" by M. George F. DeMartino. The Author criticizes the moral geometry used by economists to evaluate harm, arguing for a more multifaceted understanding of harm that considers epistemic uncertainty. While the book under review lacks a systematic study of the moral dimension of harm, the Author’s versatility and scholarship are admirable, making it an inspiring read for both casual readers and professionals in economics and philosophy