From This Day Forth Amanda Foreman tells the story of the Stuart courtier, Frances, Countess of Essex. Amanda Foreman | Published in History Today Volume 64 Issue 1 January 2014 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. GenderSocial Popular articles How to Win an Election in Ancient Rome The Allure of Medieval Churches