The Natural
What is the main conflict in The Natural by Bernard Malamud?

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The main conflict in The Natural is centered around Roy Hobbs, a famous baseball player, who is unable to control himself..... he eats too much, drinks too much, and has a penchant for women. This lack of self-control undermines his performance and costs his team the pennant.
The Natural