The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government

by David Talbot

The Devil’s Chessboard exposes Allen Dulles, the most powerful spymaster in U.S. history, and his role in transforming the CIA into an unchecked, shadow government. David Talbot reveals how Dulles orchestrated coups, protected Nazi war criminals, manipulated world leaders, and embedded the deep state into American politics. From assassinations to Cold War espionage, this book traces the rise of a secret power structure that operates beyond democracy. Chilling, meticulously researched, and essential for understanding modern geopolitics. Because history doesn’t repeat, but it sure loves a remix.