Superman #139 1995 Turkish Comic Turkey Action Comics Weekly #611 Batman #301

Supermen – Issue #139 – Bilka Yayınları Extra Series (September 1995)

Description:

This issue belongs to the “Supermen” extra series published by Bilka Yayınları between 1982 and 1994, consisting of a total of 143 issues. The series was later republished under the title “Süper Seri” in 80 collected volumes. The name “Supermen” reflects the localized Turkish usage of the character’s name during that era.

These albums typically compile multiple stories into a single issue, often without following the original American publication order. The series includes not only core Superman stories but also broader DC content, offering readers a varied selection of adventures. Many of the covers were uniquely illustrated by Turkish artists, making them distinct from their American counterparts and highly collectible.

Although original U.S. editions were printed in full color, most of this Turkish series was printed in black and white due to high production costs. Early issues sometimes featured partial color printing; however, this issue is printed in black and white.

This Issue #139 features a cover adapted from Action Comics Weekly (1988 series) #611 and was published in September 1995. The issue compiles a selection of Superman, Batman, and related DC character stories, combining content across different titles and eras.

The contents include “Onu Durdurmalıyım” (Superman Special (1939) #1), “Platin Kafalılar” (Batman) from Batman (1940) #301, and “Şimşek Adam” (Superman (1939) #303). This issue brings together a mix of Superman-focused storytelling alongside a Batman narrative, offering a cross-character anthology within the DC universe.

Key Features:

• Series: Supermen (Bilka Yayınları – Extra Series)

• Issue: #139

• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları

• Publication Date: September 1995

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Format: Anthology / collected stories

• Cover: Adapted from Action Comics Weekly (1988 series) #611

• Included Stories:

• “Onu Durdurmalıyım” (Superman Special (1939) #1)
• “Platin Kafalılar” (Batman) (Batman (1940) #301)
• “Şimşek Adam” (Superman (1939) #303)

• Total Series Run: 143 issues (later collected into 80 volumes under “Süper Seri”)

• Notable Feature: Combines Superman and Batman stories within a single issue, featuring both solo Superman content and a Batman narrative

• Collector Appeal: A cross-character issue that includes both Superman and Batman material from classic DC publications