Tercüman Çocuk #37 1982 Turkish Comic Turkey Superman Star Wars #27 The Flintstones Thorgal Larry Yuma

Tercüman Çocuk – Issue #37 – September 10, 1982 – Turkish Edition (with “Yaz Neşesi” Supplement)

Description:

This comic magazine is Issue #37 of Tercüman Çocuk, published on September 10, 1982 by Tercüman Newspaper. First released on April 23, 1977, the magazine was issued weekly and featured a rich mix of Turkish and international comics. At a time when Milliyet Çocuk was the only other major children’s magazine primarily focused on European comics Tercüman Çocuk distinguished itself by prioritizing works from Turkish writers and artists, reflecting the national-oriented editorial policy of its parent newspaper. In its early years, the magazine emphasized locally produced content, but over time it expanded to include a wide range of American and European comics, introducing Turkish readers to globally recognized characters and series. Beginning in February 1986, the magazine was distributed as a supplement with the newspaper, and it concluded its run with Issue #477 on June 5, 1986.

This particular issue, published in 1982, features a mixed printing style with both black-and-white and color pages. The cover highlights Yüzbaşı Volkan, emphasizing the importance of locally created heroes within the magazine. A key distinguishing feature of this issue is the inclusion of the supplementary comic magazine titled “Yaz Neşesi.” Copies that still retain this insert are significantly harder to find today, making complete examples especially desirable for collectors and increasing the overall collectible value of the issue.

The content offers a rich and diverse lineup, including “Yüzbaşı Volkan – Gizli Hava Kuvvetleri,” representing Turkish original comic production, and “Taş Devri – Fred’in İkinci Çocukluğu” (The Flintstones), adding a classic humorous tone. Science fiction is represented by “Yıldızlar Savaşı – Avcının Dönüşü” (Star Wars #27 – Return of the Hunter), while “Tengiz – Yabaniler Arasında” by Şahap Ayhan continues the magazine’s support for local storytelling. European adventure is featured through “Torgal – Kara Kadırga” (Thorgal – La Galère Noire), known for its darker narrative style.

Additional stories included within the issue and its “Yaz Neşesi” supplement further expand its scope: “Süperman – Klark Kent’e Devam Süpermen’e Son” (Superman #297 – Clark Kent Forever, Superman Never), “Zıpır – Uçan Dinozor” (Cubitus), and “Larry Yuma – Oyun İçinde Oyun” (Larry Yuma). This extended content makes the issue particularly rich compared to standard weekly releases, combining American, European, and Turkish material into a single collectible package.

For collectors, this issue stands out not only for its Yüzbaşı Volkan cover but also for the presence of the rare “Yaz Neşesi” supplement. Complete copies with the insert represent a more difficult find and carry increased desirability within Tercüman Çocuk collections.

Key Features:

• Series: Tercüman Çocuk

• Issue: Issue #37

• Publisher: Tercüman Gazetesi

• Publication Date: September 10, 1982

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Mixed (black and white and color pages)

• Cover Feature: Yüzbaşı Volkan

• Included Stories: “Yüzbaşı Volkan – Gizli Hava Kuvvetleri” (Turkish original); “Taş Devri – Fred’in İkinci Çocukluğu” (The Flintstones); “Yıldızlar Savaşı – Avcının Dönüşü” (Star Wars #27 – Return of the Hunter); “Tengiz – Yabaniler Arasında” (by Şahap Ayhan); “Torgal – Kara Kadırga” (Thorgal – La Galère Noire); “Süperman – Klark Kent’e Devam Süpermen’e Son” (Superman #297 – Clark Kent Forever, Superman Never); “Zıpır – Uçan Dinozor” (Cubitus); “Larry Yuma – Oyun İçinde Oyun” (Larry Yuma)

• Supplement: Includes “Yaz Neşesi” comic magazine insert

• Content Source: DC Comics, Marvel (Star Wars), European comics (Thorgal, Cubitus, Larry Yuma), and Turkish original content

• Series Scope: 477 issues published between 1977–1986

• Collector Appeal: Yüzbaşı Volkan cover, rare “Yaz Neşesi” supplement, and expanded multi-source content