Superman #19 1983 Turkish Comic Turkey #369 Aquaman #62 #63 DC Comics Presents #40
Supermen – Issue #19 – Bilka Yayınları Extra Series (1983)
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 #19 features a cover illustrated by a Turkish artist and presents a mix of Superman, Aquaman, and crossover DC narratives compiled into a single volume. It reflects the anthology-style structure of the series, combining different characters and storylines from various American comic issues.
The issue includes “Superman, iyi misin?” (DC Comics Presents #40), a crossover-style story featuring Superman. It also contains Aquaman adventures with “Kurtulman İmkansız” (Aquaman #62) and “Onu Kurtarmalıyım” (Aquaman #63), continuing an underwater narrative arc. Additional content includes “Kripton’a İhanet” (Action Comics #440), contributing to Krypton-related lore, and “Parazit” (Superman #369), focusing on one of Superman’s recurring adversaries. As an added detail, the back page of the issue features an advertisement for the ATARI 800 XL / 64K, reflecting period-specific promotional content included in these publications.
Key Features:
• Series: Supermen (Bilka Yayınları – Extra Series)
• Issue: #19
• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları
• Publication Year: Circa 1983 (exact date not specified)
• Language: Turkish
• Printing: Black and white
• Format: Anthology / collected stories
• Cover: Illustrated by a Turkish artist (Turkey-exclusive artwork)
• Included Stories:
- “Superman, iyi misin?” (DC Comics Presents #40)
- “Kurtulman İmkansız” (Aquaman #62)
- “Onu Kurtarmalıyım” (Aquaman #63)
- “Kripton’a İhanet” (Action Comics #440)
- “Parazit” (Superman #369)
• Additional Content: Back-page advertisement for ATARI 800 XL / 64K
• Total Series Run: 143 issues (later collected into 80 volumes under “Süper Seri”)
• Notable Feature: Multi-character anthology including Superman and Aquaman stories, plus crossover content
• Collector Appeal: Includes Aquaman arc content, Superman villain storyline, Krypton-related narrative, and vintage Atari advertisement