The story follows , an idealistic and strictly moral ex-civil servant, as he moves his family from Trabzon to the bustling, rapidly changing city of Istanbul.
: The tragic hero who remains stubbornly attached to old values, leading to his eventual loneliness and alienation as the world around him changes. The story follows , an idealistic and strictly
: The family's downfall is sparked by financial strain after Ali Rıza Bey quits his job over moral scruples. The struggle is exacerbated by his children's desires for a modern, affluent lifestyle they cannot afford, leading to a tragic chain of events. Key Characters and Conflict The struggle is exacerbated by his children's desires
: The title reflects Ali Rıza Bey’s perception of his children. As each child deviates from his traditional teachings or leaves home due to moral or economic decay, he views it as a leaf falling from the family tree. : The son's wife and primary antagonist who
: The son's wife and primary antagonist who represents the "wrong Westernization"—prioritizing parties and superficial status over traditional family harmony.
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