Scope and Contents From the Series: Series IV. Nathaniel Ropes IV covers the years 1805 to 1876, and contains the business and personal papers of Nathaniel Ropes IV (1793-1885) and his wife Sarah (Brown) Ropes (1807-1873). The letter books and unbound letters contain both personal and business letters, and document Ropes' various moves and business ventures in the West. Numerous letters concern Swedish theologian Emmanuel Swedenborg and his theology. Of interest are copies of correspondence...