Audiobooks by Dickyi Bhagentsang

Angkor Wat: Exploring the Art, Science, and History Behind one of the World's Greatest Religious Sit

Built in the 1100's CE in dedication to the Hindu God Vishnu, Angkor Wat stands as one of the world's greatest achievements in art, architecture, and design. Located in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia and covering an area of 400km2, the Angkor Complex is one of the largest religious sites in the world. Built as the capital of the Khmer Empire by King Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat was once at the heart of an expansive city the size of which would not be seen until the industrial revolution. Now a major tourist destination and a World Heritage Site, Angkor Wat and it's surrounding complex stands as a stunning example of Cambodian art and culture spanning from the 9th to the 15th century. The temple has faced many challenges and changes over the centuries from it's conversion to a Buddhist temple by the end of the 12th century, to the threats posed by the Khmer Rouge in the 20th. European interest in the Temple complex was kindled in the 19th century through the accounts of French explorer Henri Mouhot, which spurred international interest in conservation and archeological investigation of the site. In the modern day these efforts are ongoing, and researchers continue to look for new ways to preserve the site for future generations and to learn more about this incredible structure and the people that built it.

Anna Hobart, Belinda Tam, Christina Macdonald, Dickyi Bhagentsang, Ipsa Gusain, Jessie Wang, Jiyeon Park, Kendall Caperchione, Si Cong (sam) Zhang, Zaira Inayat (Author), Ian Small (Narrator)

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The Wreck of the Erebus

One of the most tragic and ellusive events in maritime history, the fate of the Franklin Expedition has been shrouded in mystery for over a century. In 1845, Sir John Franklin and his crew boarded two ships, the HMS Erebus and Terror and set forth to discover the Northwest Passage, the long sought after connection between the Atlantic and the Pacific. This would not come to pass, however, and the entire crew would never be heard from again. Now in the modern era, this mystery has given up one of it's greatest secrets. In 2014, the discovery of the HMS Erebus birthed a new era of interest and research into the lost expedition. This discovery had shed light on the fate of Franklin and his crew, however with this new discovery comes a host of challenges. Locating the wreck of the Erebus has brought about a new era of legal dispute, global diplomacy, scientific advancement, and historical understanding. Despite these challenges, the wreck also provides a chance to revisit and learn from the past. Governments and communities can work together and previously sidelined voices can take center stage. Where the Franklin expedition for years has represented the danger of the unknown, the discovery of the Erebus has the opportunity to shed light and understanding on one of the arctic's great mysteries.

Anna Hobart, Belinda Tam, Christina Macdonald, Dickyi Bhagentsang, Ipsa Gusain, Jessie Wang, Jiyeon Park, Kendall Caperchione, Si Cong (sam) Zhang, Zaira Inayat (Author), Brenden Hiebert (Narrator)

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Symbolic Interactionism

Ami Patel, Anaïs Kneppers, Dickyi Bhagentsang, Dr. Austin Mardon, Hareem Bilal, Jasrita Singh, Mackenzie Schuler, Mical Habtemikael, Michael Tang, Mya Elisabeth George, Natalie Jean-Marie, Nataliya Raza, Nawshin Haq (Author), Kiara Nathaniel (Narrator)

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Gravity

Gravity - A force? Something that keeps us from flying? Discovered when an apple fell from a tree? Or is it one of the Greatest unsolved Mysteries? Backed by a rich history of investigations and a wide variety of applications - from determining the weather to space travel - the concept of gravity is not as simple as it may seem. This book provides a compelling overview of the discovery of gravity, its impact on humans, and the trends in gravitational research - what has been done and what is to come. An enriching discussion of the anomalies and discrepancies surrounding gravity helps appreciate the contrast between historical theories, and those alternative theories that continue to emerge.

Ami Patel, Anaïs Kneppers, Dickyi Bhagentsang, Dr. Austin Mardon, Jasmine Parmar, Jasrita Singh, Mackenzie Schuler, Mical Habtemikael, Michael Tang, Mya Elisabeth George, Natalie Jean-Marie, Nawshin Haq (Author), Cynthia Hamar (Narrator)

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Human Spaceflight

PROMISING A 'NEW NORMAL' of 10-minute space vacations and orbiting space hotels, human spaceflight advancements in the last decade make the distant dream of a multi-planetary life seem closer to reality. In this exciting era of privatizing human spaceflight, it is important to take a step back to understand and acknowledge its rich historical discovery and the many nuanced concepts that populate this revolutionary opportunity. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of human spaceflight, the contributions of the many astronauts that made this possible, and its impact on the world today. Taking a deep dive into the science behind human spaceflight allows the appreciation of the intricate mechanics at work, coupled with its physical, psychological, philosophical and sociological implications. Human Spaceflight also explores the controversies, unanswered questions and what the future holds for this exciting opportunity.

Ami Patel, Anaïs Kneppers, Dickyi Bhagentsang, Dr. Austin Mardon, Hareem Bilal, Jasmine Parmar, Jasrita Singh, Mackenzie Schuler, Mical Habtemikael, Michael Tang, Mya Elisabeth George, Natalie Jean-Marie, Nataliya Raza, Nawshin Haq (Author), Kiara Nathaniel (Narrator)

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