The City of Numbered Days

The City of Numbered Days, written by Francis Lynde in the early 20th century, follows Brouillard, a chief of construction in the Reclamation Service, as he undertakes a significant project in the Buckskin Desert. The novel delves into themes of personal transformation, ambition, and societal complexities through Brouillard's interactions with characters like the wealthy J. Wesley Cortwright and the Navajo people. As Brouillard reflects on his life, particularly the significance of the number seven on his 28th birthday, he navigates the challenges of love and ambition in a developing frontier society.