Johan et Pirlouit #4 1979 Turkish Comic Turkey Le Pays Maudit #12 The Smurfs

Küçük Prens (Johan et Pirlouit) – “Sihirli Ülke” – Volume 4 (Turkey) – Turkish Edition, Şiiler Yayınevi (1979)

Description:

This Turkish black-and-white edition of Küçük Prens is based on the classic Franco-Belgian series Johan et Pirlouit, created by Peyo. Published in 1979 by Şiiler Yayınevi, this book corresponds to Volume 4 of the series as published in Turkey and contains the story titled Sihirli Ülke, originally released as Le Pays Maudit, the 12th story in the original series chronology.

Le Pays Maudit is one of the most historically important Johan et Pirlouit stories, as it features the first appearance of the Smurfs, later known worldwide as The Smurfs. Following their debut in this medieval fantasy setting, Peyo developed the Smurfs into a separate series, achieving extraordinary international success and securing his legacy in comic history.

Although the original European editions were published in full color, this Turkish release is printed in black and white, consistent with many domestic editions of the era. Another key collector-oriented feature is the cover artwork, which was newly illustrated by a Turkish artist rather than reproduced from the original European cover. This localized variant significantly enhances the collectible value of the volume, particularly for collectors interested in Smurf-related material, Peyo’s early work, and Turkish comic adaptations.

Key Features:

• Series Title: Küçük Prens (Johan et Pirlouit)

• Turkish Volume: Volume 4

• Story Title: Sihirli Ülke

• Original Title: Le Pays Maudit

• Original Story Number: 12

• Creator: Peyo

• Publisher (Turkey): Şiiler Yayınevi

• Publication Year: 1979

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Notable Appearance: First appearance of the Smurfs

• Cover: Turkish-illustrated variant cover

• Collector Appeal: Key Smurfs debut story, Turkish variant cover, and identifiable Turkish volume numbering