Norman Rockwell signed first edition of his book, ''Willie Was Different: The Tale of an Ugly Thrushling''. New York: Funk & Wagnalls, 1969. Rockwell signs the half-title page, ''sincerely...and Norman Rockwell'', with his wife Molly also adding her signature. The Rockwells wrote this book together, telling a charming story about a thrushling who doesn't quite fit in but learns to love himself just the same. Book measures 7.25'' x 10.25'', housed in original price-clipped dust jacket. ''Norman Rockwell Gallery / Stockbridge 1976'' written to front pastedown. Minor chipping to jacket, book is near fine.