A plea for a human-centered economy. Is a sustainable and human-centered economy merely a utopia? Is there an alternative to the crisis-prone financial capitalism? Julian Nida-Rümelin, one of the leading philosophers of our time, offers sharp and constructive criticism of our ailing economic system. He conveys the philosophical foundation of a humane economy in a relatable and comprehensible manner. In doing so, he exposes the irrationality of a reckless economic order focused solely on optimization.