Good versus Evil is an important theme in The Odyssey and Lord of the Flies throughout the elements of characterization and plot. This manifests itself in both internal and external conflicts. The theme also makes both stories more compelling because it can be applied to real-life situations. In The Odyssey, Good versus Evil is present internally within Odysseus. He must constantly make decisions for his own good and that of his men. An example of this is the sirens' persuasion of Odysseus to their island. Even though he didn't have earwax like the rest of his crew, he was able to resist temptations, saving lives on board. It is an internal conflict between Odysseus' logical mind which represents good, and his need to answer the siren's call, which in this case is evil. The conflict here was won by good, because Odysseus did not give in to the temptation of the sirens. An external conflict showing Good versus Evil in this novel is Odysseus and Telemachus versus the suitors. In this story, the suitors represent evil. They treat Penelope cruelly, steal food and are noisy. T...