Tercüman Çocuk #39 1982 Turkish Comic Turkey Superman Star Wars #28 The Flintstones Thorgal Larry Yuma

Tercüman Çocuk – Issue #39 – September 24, 1982 – Turkish Edition (with “Yaz Neşesi” Supplement)

Description:

This comic magazine is Issue #39 of Tercüman Çocuk, published on September 24, 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 structure with both black-and-white and color pages. The cover features Larry Yuma, highlighting the magazine’s inclusion of popular European western comics during this period. A notable aspect of this issue is the inclusion of the supplementary comic magazine titled “Yaz Neşesi.” Copies that still include this insert are harder to find today, significantly increasing the collectible value of complete examples.

The content presents a balanced and diverse lineup, including Turkish original stories such as “Yüzbaşı Volkan – Moskova Yolcusu” and “Tengiz – Yabaniler Arasında” by Şahap Ayhan. Classic humor is represented by “Taş Devri – Dino’nun Şakası” (The Flintstones), while American science fiction continues with “Yıldızlar Savaşı – Jabba’nın Emeli Nedir” (Star Wars #28 – What Ever Happened to Jabba the Hut). The issue also features “Süperman – Klark Kent’e Devam Süpermen’e Son” (Superman #297 – Clark Kent Forever, Superman Never), maintaining the presence of iconic superhero content.

European adventure and western storytelling are further represented by “Torgal – Kara Kadırga” (Thorgal – La Galère Noire) and “Larry Yuma – Üçüncü Adam,” while humor content continues with “Zıpır – Hipopotam Gösterisi” (Cubitus #9 – La corrida des hippopotames casqués). Together with the additional material from the “Yaz Neşesi” supplement, this issue offers a rich combination of genres and styles, making it a strong example of the magazine’s editorial diversity.

For collectors, this issue stands out due to its Larry Yuma cover and the presence of the “Yaz Neşesi” supplement. Complete copies with the insert are less common and hold greater appeal, especially for those seeking fully preserved examples from the Tercüman Çocuk series.

Key Features:

• Series: Tercüman Çocuk

• Issue: Issue #39

• Publisher: Tercüman Gazetesi

• Publication Date: September 24, 1982

• Language: Turkish

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

• Cover Feature: Larry Yuma

• Included Stories: “Yüzbaşı Volkan – Moskova Yolcusu” (Turkish original); “Taş Devri – Dino’nun Şakası” (The Flintstones); “Yıldızlar Savaşı – Jabba’nın Emeli Nedir” (Star Wars #28 – What Ever Happened to Jabba the Hut); “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 – Hipopotam Gösterisi” (Cubitus #9 – La corrida des hippopotames casqués); “Larry Yuma – Üçüncü Adam” (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: Larry Yuma cover, rare “Yaz Neşesi” supplement, and strong multi-genre content mix