Superman #51 1988 Turkish Comic Turkey #409 Action Comics #571 Batman The Family #212

Supermen – Issue #51 – Bilka Yayınları Extra Series (Circa 1988)

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 #51 features a cover illustrated by a Turkish artist and presents a balanced anthology of Superman stories along with additional material from World’s Finest Comics and The Superman Family series.

The issue includes “Her Şeyi Yaparım” (Action Comics #571) and “Onu Durduracağım” (World’s Finest Comics #180), alongside two stories from the same Superman issue: “Uyurgezer” and “Dünyayı Seviyorum” (both from Superman #409). It also features “Sağol Süpermen” (The Superman Family #212) and “Ölüler de Konuşur” (The Superman Family #220), adding supporting character-driven narratives to the collection.

Key Features:

• Series: Supermen (Bilka Yayınları – Extra Series)

• Issue: #51

• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları

• Publication Year: Circa 1988 (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:

• “Her Şeyi Yaparım” (Action Comics #571)
• “Onu Durduracağım” (World’s Finest Comics #180)
• “Uyurgezer” (Superman #409)
• “Dünyayı Seviyorum” (Superman #409)
• “Sağol Süpermen” (The Superman Family #212)
• “Ölüler de Konuşur” (The Superman Family #220)

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

• Notable Feature: Includes two stories from the same Superman issue alongside crossover and supporting character content

• Collector Appeal: Diverse anthology combining Superman, World’s Finest, and The Superman Family material with a Turkish-exclusive cover