Description
The first edition of The Secret Surrender, signed by CIA Director, Allen Dulles.
Octavo, viii, [2], 268pp. Red cloth, title stamped in gilt. Stated “first edition” on copyright page, with “H-Q” below. Appears unread, solid text block. Light foxing along top edge of text block. Includes numerous photographic plates, some illustrations. Illustrated endpapers. In the publisher’s dust jacket, $5.95 on front flap, short closed tear along rear panel, a bright example. Signed on the half-title by the author.
Allen Dulles (1893-1969) was the Director of the CIA under President Eisenhower from 1953-1961. He served on the Warren Commission in 1963-1964. His brother, John Foster Dulles, served as Secretary of State under President Eisenhower.
