The Empty Fortress by Bruno Bettelheim is a thought-provoking book that focuses on three case histories, providing significant insight into the problems and struggles of autistic children. This Free Press Paperback edition was released in 1972 and is in good condition, with some wear, marks, and corner folds to the cover. However, the pages are clean and free of marks, except for the first page and page ends. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding and supporting autistic children, and it is available for resale at an affordable price.