<p>There are few countries around the world where philosophers make household names. France is one of them, and it's seen to have a rich philosophical tradition. But nowadays, are Europe and France running out of ideas? </p><br />There are growing fears the golden age of French philosophy is over and that France's role as a laboratory of ideas is coming to an end. Is France losing a war of ideas? And if so, what are the consequences?<br /> <br /><br />Visit our website:<br />http://www.france24.com<br /><br />Like us on Facebook:<br />https://www.facebook.com/FRANCE24.English<br /><br />Follow us on Twitter:<br />https://twitter.com/France24_en