24 SEPTEMBER 1932, Page 26

GLORIOUS FLAMES. By Elinor Glyn. (Benn. 9d.)-" To think that

ten minutes should make such a difference!' Amelia, Lady Pomeroy whispered to Lord Charles Andover in the Chapel at Dayre Arden while the twins were being christened. One, the future Duke of Arden, the other-a mere younger son.' " It is doubtful whether anyone but Mrs. Elinor Glyn would open a book in this strain, and get away with it. It is even doubtful whether anyone else would try.