There are various synonyms for the writer of history, including historian, chronicler, annalist, recorder, and scribe. A historian is someone who studies and writes about the past. They interpret events and their significance in shaping society and culture. Chroniclers are writers who record events in detail, usually in chronological order, and often with a sense of duty to preserve history. Annalists write chronicles annually and provide a summary of important events that occurred during that specific year. A recorder is someone who keeps track of events as they happen, and a scribe is someone who writes and copies documents, often in ancient times. All of these terms describe individuals who contribute to the documentation and understanding of history.