A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
What is the main conflict in A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce?
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The novel's main conflict can be found within Stephen himself, as he struggles with choosing between his family and religion or his desire (fate) to become a great artist.
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man