Nancy Bisaha discusses how Aeneas Piccolomini, later Pope Pius II, articulated the notion of 'Europe' as an identity shaped by historical events like the fall of Constantinople. This ideological shift laid the groundwork for modern European identity, illustrating debates over inclusion and exclusion in defining who can be considered European.
The conversation highlights the complexities surrounding the concept of European identity, which has roots in crises such as the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople, prompting intellectuals like Piccolomini to explore the European identity beyond mere geography.
Bisaha emphasizes that the challenge of defining what it means to be European is not new; it has origins that can be traced back to scholars like Aeneas Piccolomini, who grappled with these realities in the 15th century.
The discussion provides insights into how the historical context of the fall of Byzantium influenced thinkers of the time and contributed to evolving narratives around European unity and identity.
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