Superman #7 1979 Turkish Comic Turkey #329 Superboy #232 Fuss Pot Norman Mansbridge

Superman – Issue #7 – TekOfset A.Ş. Turkish Comic Series (1979)

Description:

This comic is Issue #7 from the Turkish Superman series published weekly by TekOfset A.Ş. between 1979 and 1980. A total of 56 issues were released, later compiled into 21 collected volumes. In addition to Superman stories, the series also featured adventures of Superboy, Supergirl, and the Legion of the Super-Heroes, offering a broader view of the DC Universe within a single publication line.

One of the most distinctive aspects of this series is its cover art. Unlike the original American editions, all covers were uniquely illustrated by Turkish artists, making them exclusive to this publication and highly collectible. Although the original U.S. comics were printed in color, this Turkish edition was produced in black and white due to higher printing costs at the time.

Issue #7 features a cover based on Superman (1939) #329, reinterpreted by a Turkish artist. Inside, the issue includes “İçimdeki Düşman” (Superman #329), presenting a storyline centered around an internal conflict faced by Superman. The issue also continues the Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes narrative with “Salgın Hastalık 2” (#232), expanding the storyline introduced in the previous issue.

Additionally, the issue features “Bayan Pot” (Fuss Pot by Norman Mansbridge), offering a lighter, humor-oriented story that contrasts with the main superhero narratives and adds variety to the overall reading experience.

This issue represents a strong example of localized comic publishing in Turkey during the late 1970s, combining internationally known characters with unique national artistic contributions.

Key Features:

• Series: Superman (Turkish Edition)

• Issue: #7

• Publisher: TekOfset A.Ş.

• Publication Year: 1979

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Format: Weekly comic

• Cover: Based on Superman (1939) #329, illustrated by a Turkish artist

• Included Stories: “İçimdeki Düşman” (Superman #329); “Salgın Hastalık 2” (Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #232); “Bayan Pot” (Fuss Pot by Norman Mansbridge)

• Total Series Run: 56 issues (later collected into 21 volumes)

• Notable Feature: All covers are uniquely illustrated by Turkish artists, different from original U.S. editions

• Collector Appeal: Early Turkish Superman series featuring localized cover art and a mix of superhero and humor content