What is the main conflict of the Raven?

The main conflict in "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe is internal. The conflict exists in the mind of the speaker as he faces the Raven and is driven by his grief to hear it speak his worst and most dreaded fears that he will "Nevermore" see his beloved Lenore. read more

The raven itself, a black beady-eyed bird, represents death, and the fact that he will not leave the speaker alone contributes to the desolation. A raven is also seen in Greek mythology as a messenger. Unfortunately, the message this raven sends is of continued sorrow. The bust of Pallas is an allusion to the goddess of wisdom and enlightenment. read more