A Temporary Matter What is the main conflict in A Temporary Matter by Jhumpa Lahiri? Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 02:43 Last updated by Jill W on 18 Oct 12:59
The novel's main conflict is centered around Shukumar and Shoba's indivdual struglles to come to terms with the death of their child (premature birth), and the chasm it has caused in their relationship.