The Smurfs #20 1996 Turkish Comic Magazine Turkey Schtroumpf Pierrot et la lampe

Şirinler – Issue 20 (Schtroumpf #22) – Milliyet Turkish Edition (September 1996)

Description:

This comic magazine is Issue 20 of the Şirinler series, published monthly by Milliyet Yayınları between 1995 and 1997. The magazine was extremely popular in Turkey at the time, coinciding with the television broadcast of The Smurfs animated series. It combines colorful comic strips, games, and short stories designed for children, providing both entertainment and interactive content.

The original series, known as Schtroumpf (later rebranded as Schtroumpf Mag), was published in non-English European markets from 1989 to 2008. While this Turkish edition is labeled as Issue 20, it corresponds to Schtroumpf #22 in the original European series. The Turkish edition adapted the content for local audiences while retaining the charm and style of the original publication.

Printed in full color and in Turkish, this issue is representative of the magazine’s engaging approach, offering narratives that capture the whimsical adventures of the Smurfs. The issue also includes interactive elements, making it more than just a reading experience; children could engage with puzzles, games, and stories throughout the magazine.

This issue also features an additional comic, Alican’ın Sihirli Lambası, adapted from Peyo’s Pierrot et la lampe. A highlight of this issue is the thick cardboard cutout in the center, which can be assembled to create the Şirinler İtfaiyesi (Smurfs Fire Station) toy. This interactive feature added a hands-on element that contributed to the magazine’s popularity and collectible value.

Key Features:

• Series: Şirinler (Milliyet Turkish Edition)

• Original Series: Schtroumpf (later rebranded as Schtroumpf Mag)

• Issue: Issue 20 (Schtroumpf #22)

• Publisher: Milliyet Yayınları

• Publication Month/Year: September 1996

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Full color

• Content: Comics, games, and short stories for children

• Additional Comic: Alican’ın Sihirli Lambası (adapted from Peyo’s Pierrot et la lampe)

• Interactive Feature: Şirinler İtfaiyesi cardboard toy in the center of the magazine

• Collector Appeal: Popular Smurfs series tie-in; interactive toy feature increases rarity