{"product_id":"leslie-charteris-saint-knight-templar-1971-1st-turkish-book-turkey","title":"Leslie Charteris – Saint: Knight Templar 1971 1st Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eLeslie Charteris – Şehir Korsanı (Saint: Knight Templar \/ The Avenging Saint) – Milliyet Yayınları Turkish Edition (1971) – First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"262\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eThis is the Turkish first edition of a Saint novel published under the title Şehir Korsanı by Milliyet Yayınları in 1971. Written by Leslie Charteris, the book is part of the long-running Saint series featuring Simon Templar, also known as “The Saint,” one of the most iconic gentleman adventurers in crime and adventure fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eThe story follows Simon Templar as he becomes involved in a case that blends urban crime with elements of vigilante justice. Operating outside conventional law enforcement, Templar targets criminals who operate beyond the reach of the system, using intelligence, charm, and calculated risk-taking to bring them down. The narrative combines action, intrigue, and wit, reflecting the distinctive tone that made the Saint series widely popular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eLeslie Charteris’ Saint novels are known for their fast-paced storytelling, charismatic central character, and a unique balance between crime fiction and adventure. Simon Templar stands apart from traditional detectives as a morally flexible figure who often acts as both investigator and avenger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eFor collectors, this 1971 Turkish first edition represents part of the strong presence of Saint novels in Turkey during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Published by Milliyet Yayınları, it reflects the widespread popularity of international adventure and crime series in the Turkish paperback market. Its connection to a major literary character and its period publication make it a notable collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e• Series: The Saint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e• Title: Şehir Korsanı (Saint: Knight Templar \/ The Avenging Saint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e• Author: Leslie Charteris\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e• Publisher: Milliyet Yayınları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e• Publication Year: 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e• Edition: First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e• Format: Novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e• Genre: Crime fiction, adventure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e• Main Character: Simon Templar (The Saint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003e• Themes: Vigilante justice, urban crime, deception, action, intrigue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Early Turkish first edition from the popular Saint series\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48255558647946,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_fd1fc0ab-da05-42f0-9194-7b767f39283c.jpg?v=1776712610","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/leslie-charteris-saint-knight-templar-1971-1st-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}