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.
Introduction to Philosophy/What is a Person. < Introduction to Philosophy. At one time the general view in some religious societies was that people had souls, which, when they died went to heaven or hell, or else were reborn. The soul was considered the essential core of what a person was.