What do the names Miles and Flora mean? They are from The Turb of the Screw, by Henry James (more details).?

Question

Well, I am writing an essay on the book and i read somewhere that knowing the names of the children might be an interesting symbol. I looked it up but those are hard names to find, though Flora tends to have the usual spring, flower-meaning.

I wonder if there are other interpretations concerning the book as far as the names go, but any sort of help regarding that is welcomed.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Oh, I just named a character of mine Milo because it's a diminutive of the name Miles - soldier:

"MILES
Soldier
Origin: Greek

Info: Sometimes used as a short form of Michael by the British. Miles Standish, pilgrim and settler."

I haven't read the book, so I can't provide any connections to it. You sound right about Flora. Good luck!