Out of the Margins Weird Writers of History If the English language had taken a different path, historians might not exist. Eleanor Parker | Published in History Today Volume 68 Issue 11 November 2018 Are historians particularly ‘weird’? It is not as insulting a question as it sounds and some linguistic history will explain why. 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. Related Articles The Romantic Myth of the Solitary Scholar Points of Interest Popular articles Christmas Before Charles Dickens The First Christmas Tree