Nothing is easy for Torik, a shy orphan adopted by his aunt and uncle: he struggles to fit into village life, learn a craft, or find a wife. When Torik does fall in love β with Anjel, a local prostitute β he must face down the disapproval of his narrow-minded community and assert his right to happiness.

Anzhel
Turvanta
Torik
Grigor-agha
Prostitute
Torik-teenager
Torik as child
Manufacturer
Teacher
Hovakim's wife