Footsteps on the Stairs Jean Potts 1966 1st Edition HC DJ Mystery Ex-Library

First edition (1966) of The Footsteps on the Stairs by Jean Potts, acclaimed mystery author and winner of the Edgar Award. This suspenseful novel blends psychological tension and clever plotting — a perfect read for fans of vintage mysteries and mid-century crime fiction. This is an ex-library copy with typical markings and a protective library-style plastic-wrapped dust jacket. A scarce find for collectors of first editions or vintage detective novels. 📘 Details: First Edition, published 1966 by Charles Scribner’s Sons Hardcover with original dust jacket (library-wrapped) Ex-library with standard stamps, markings, and card pocket residue Pages are complete and binding is solid Some edge wear and soiling on jacket and boards (see photos) Great addition to any vintage mystery collection or for readers of classic female crime authors like Agatha Christie or Patricia Highsmith. 📦 Ships securely from Lone Star Book Rescue with tracking and protection.