The first Saturday in May is layered with history. This year’s running of the Kentucky Derby is no exception as it marks the 10-year anniversary of American Pharoah’ s Triple Crown victory. Ten years ...

A version of this article appears in print on March 18, 2025, Section C, Page 4 of the New York edition with the headline: Book on Yellowstone Wins American History Prize.

In 2011, (Pharaoh) Kyle, was going through a difficult time in his life, until he had the opportunity to read a book called The Alchemist, which he says changed his life.