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References
- David Tristram (1 May 2006). A Bolt from the Blue. Flying Ducks Publication. ISBN 1-900997-07-X.
Notes
- ↑ "A Bolt from the Blue". doollee.com. Retrieved August 23, 2010.
- ↑ Tristram, David (2006). A Bolt from the Blue. UK: Flying Ducks. ISBN 1-900997-07-X.
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