[MENIN (Nicolas)]. Cleodamis and Lelex, or the illustrious slave. The Hague: Pierre Paupie, 1746. - In-12, 160 x 92 : 90 pp. Lemon morocco, triple gilt fillet framing the boards, ornate spine, gilt lace inside, gilt edges (Hardy). Rare first edition of this short allegorical novel by the man of letters Nicolas Menin (1684-1770), adviser to the Parliament of Metz. A very fine copy in Hardy morocco. Small crack to the spines. Minor loss at the head cap.