1 Madagascar's geographic isolation increases the cost of trade. 2  This isolation is not all bad -- it is a large part of why Madagascar has such incredible biodiversity and unique cultural practices.3  Relatively small population. 4  A small population is not necessarily a bad thing but it does not really help the economy. Relatively small population. 2  A small population is not necessarily a bad thing but it does not really help the economy. 3  Because Madagascar's population is relatively small (and poor), it will continue to be underserved as a market for international firms.
Definition of philosopher for English Language Learners. : a person who studies ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. : a person who studies philosophy.
The noun philosophy means the study of proper behavior, and the search for wisdom. The original meaning of the word philosophy comes from the Greek roots philo- meaning love and -sophos, or wisdom.. When someone studies philosophy they want to understand how and why people do certain things and how to live a good life. In other words, they want to know the meaning of life.