Superman #9 1980 Turkish Comic Turkey #332 Supergirl Family #192 Fuss Pot Norman Mansbridge

Superman – Issue #9 – TekOfset A.Ş. Turkish Comic Series (1980)

Description:

This comic is Issue #9 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 #9, published in 1980, features a cover based on Superman (1939) #332, reinterpreted by a Turkish artist. Inside, the issue includes “Hücre” (Superman #332), presenting a storyline centered around confinement and tension-driven conflict involving Superman.

The issue also features “Supergirl – Yerçekimi Savaşı” (from Superman Family #192), expanding the scope of the publication by including Supergirl’s adventures and adding a science fiction-oriented narrative involving gravity-based phenomena.

Additionally, the issue includes “Bayan Pot” (Fuss Pot by Norman Mansbridge), offering a lighter, humor-oriented story that balances the more serious superhero narratives.

This issue represents a strong example of localized comic publishing in Turkey during the late 1970s and early 1980s, combining internationally known characters with unique national artistic contributions.

Key Features:

• Series: Superman (Turkish Edition)

• Issue: #9

• Publisher: TekOfset A.Ş.

• Publication Year: 1980

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Format: Weekly comic

• Cover: Based on Superman (1939) #332, illustrated by a Turkish artist

• Included Stories: “Hücre” (Superman #332); “Supergirl – Yerçekimi Savaşı” (Superman Family #192); “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 inclusion of both Superman and Supergirl stories

• Condition: Back cover has a cut-out section; this area originally contained a coupon that was often removed to participate in TV and radio prize draws, making such cuts common among surviving copies