The Painted Veil
What is the main conflict in The Painted Veil by W. Somerset Maugham?
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The novel's primary conflict can be found within Kitty herself, though much of her inner turmoil is brought on by societal norms. Thus, her decision to marry a man she does not love.
The Painted Veil