Here's a breakdown:
* External Conflict:
* The scientific community: The Professor wants to keep his island a secret to study it and its inhabitants in peace. But the scientific world, once he reveals his discovery, becomes obsessed with him and the island, threatening the peaceful life he has built.
* The islanders: The islanders, initially welcoming and trusting, become wary and skeptical of the Professor's intentions when they realize his island is being studied. They fear losing their simple, harmonious life.
* The outside world: The Professor's discovery stirs up public interest and fascination, creating pressure for him to expose the island and its inhabitants to the world, potentially disrupting the fragile ecosystem and societal structure he has observed.
* Internal Conflict:
* The Professor's own ambitions: The Professor struggles with his desire to learn about the island and his commitment to protect its unique inhabitants and their way of life. He must decide whether to prioritize his scientific curiosity or the wellbeing of the islanders.
* The Professor's isolation: Being the only outsider on the island, the Professor feels increasingly isolated and lonely. This isolation leads to introspection and self-doubt about his motives and impact on the island.
Ultimately, the conflict is resolved through the Professor's realization that the islanders' happiness and well-being are more important than his personal scientific ambitions. He chooses to leave the island, sacrificing his research for the sake of the islanders, leaving them to live their lives in peace.