What distinguishes us humans from other living beings? According to the great American philosopher Robert Brandom, it is primarily the fact that we enter into commitments in our actions and judgments and take responsibility for what we do and say. We live in a "space of reasons," in that we must always justify our actions and demand such justifications from others as well. Human life is thus thoroughly normative. In "Remembered Idealism," Brandom demonstrates that the origins of these insights can already be found in the philosophy of Kant and Hegel. His captivating studies prove the relevance and significance of their thinking for understanding our way of life.