{"product_id":"pierre-boulle-planet-of-the-apes-1971-1st-turkish-book-turkey-1","title":"Pierre Boulle – Planet of the Apes 1971 1st Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"104\"\u003ePierre Boulle – Maymunlar Cehennemi (Planet of the Apes) – 1971 İnkılap ve Aka Kitapevleri First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"281\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eThis book, titled Maymunlar Cehennemi (Planet of the Apes), was written by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePierre Boulle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and published in Turkish by İnkılap ve Aka Kitapevleri in 1971. It is a classic science fiction novel that explores themes of civilization, evolution, and the fragility of human dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eThe story follows an astronaut who travels through space and crashes on a distant planet that appears to be ruled by intelligent, civilized apes. In this world, humans have lost their dominant status and are reduced to a primitive, speechless species, treated as animals by the ape society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eAs the protagonist attempts to understand this inverted civilization, he uncovers disturbing truths about the planet’s history, social structure, and the fate of humanity. The narrative gradually shifts from exploration and survival to philosophical reflection on what defines intelligence, civilization, and humanity itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eThe novel examines the idea of evolutionary reversal and challenges assumptions about human superiority. It raises questions about progress, dominance, and the potential fragility of civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eThemes of identity, evolution, power, communication, and existential uncertainty are central to the story. The reversal of roles between humans and apes serves as a powerful metaphor for social hierarchy and the limits of human self-perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eAlthough often associated with its famous film adaptations, the original novel is more focused on philosophical commentary and satirical science fiction than action-driven storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eAs a standalone work, Planet of the Apes is not part of a literary series, but it became the foundation for a long-running multimedia franchise including films, comics, and adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eA notable aspect of this edition is its Turkish cover artwork, illustrated by a local artist. This gives the 1971 İnkılap and Aka edition a distinctive visual identity compared to international versions, enhancing its collectible and cultural value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eFor collectors, this 1971 Turkish first edition is a significant and early publication of a globally influential science fiction classic. Its combination of rarity, historical publishing context, and unique local cover design makes it especially valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2165\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e• Title: Maymunlar Cehennemi (Planet of the Apes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003e• Author: Pierre Boulle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003e• Publisher: İnkılap ve Aka Kitapevleri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003e• PublicationYear: 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2566\"\u003e• Edition: First Turkish Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e• Genre: Science fiction; philosophical fiction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e• Format: Standalone novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2731\"\u003e• Setting: Distant planet with ape-dominated civilization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003e• Core Concept: Reversed evolution and ape-controlled society\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2864\"\u003e• Themes: Evolution; identity; civilization; power; human nature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003e• Narrative Style: Philosophical; allegorical; speculative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003e• Series: Standalone (foundation of a larger media franchise)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3065\"\u003e• Special Feature: Turkish original cover illustration by local artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Rare 1971 Turkish edition with unique cover art\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49446890373258,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_c8e6c8a7-7625-48f6-9c3e-61f6a90a87a6.jpg?v=1779294190","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/pierre-boulle-planet-of-the-apes-1971-1st-turkish-book-turkey-1","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}