Rules of acquisition ferengi concept ferengi rules of acquisition. Read download ferengi rules of acquisition pdf pdf book library. Ferengi rules of acquisition book by poblockim thingiverse. Read download ferengi rules of acquisition pdf pdf download. Often subtle, sometimes funny and occasionally outlandish in their acumen, the rules form the backbone of the ferengi culture.
Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. The rules of acquisition were a numbered series of aphorisms, guidelines, and principles that provided the foundation of business philosophy of the ferengi. The ferengi rules of acquisition by ira steven behr. In theory, every ferengi business transaction strictly followed all 285 rules. Unabridged and fully annotated, with all 47 commentaries, all 900 major and minor judgments, all 10,000 considered opinions. The ferengi character is clever and the rules are amusing and some actually provide something for one to muse over. The ferengi rules of acquisition by ira steven behr and quark 1995, paperback at the best online prices at ebay.
Written by quark as told to ira steven behr, the ferengi rules of. Other than an interesting forward from quark, the book only has the 70 rules given in the tv show, and nothing else. This episode marks the first mention of the dominion. The ferengi rules of acquisition by behr, ira steven and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Oct 03, 2019 the ferengi rules of acquisition ds9 reference book 272 always inspect the merchandise before making a deal. The nagus the rules of acquisition were written by gint, the first grand nagus of the ferengi people. The ferengi bible, the complete rules of acquisition is based on a data crystal discovered in a meteorite in alaska which contained the complete ferengi classic, in the original language. The ferengi are greedy and completely unscrupulousthe galaxys ultimate entrepreneurs. Satisfaction is not guaranteed 284 deep down, everyones a ferengi. Dec 22, 2011 every rule of acquisition that was said throughout every star trek series. For centuries the famous ferengi rules have been the guiding principles of the galaxys entrepreneurs. When the going gets tough, the tough change the rules. The rules of acquisition were the sacred precepts upon which all ferengi society was based. Legends of the ferengi is a sequel to the book, giving background information on the rules. The ferengi believe that each part of the universe has too much of one thing, but not enough of another, and it is through the continual flow of the great river that wants and needs can be fulfilled, if one navigates the river with sufficient entrepreneurial skill. Pdf ferengi rules of acquisition download full pdf book. There are 9 pages to print as well, but you can edit them and print more if you like. For centuries the famous ferengi rules of acquisition have been the guiding principles of the galaxys most successful entrepreneurs.
The ferengi rules of acquisition steven behr ira download. Star trek ferengi rules of acquisition actual show footage. The ferengi rules of acquisition memory beta, noncanon. The ferengi rules of acquisition memory alpha fandom. Rules of acquisition pdf the ferengi rules of acquisition are a collection of two. Unofficial or uncertain rules the unofficial rules have been quoted on screen, but either were not given a number, not explicitly stated to be a rule, or were not part of the generallyaccepted canon by the ferengi commerce authority. By request, here are the complete ferengi rules of acquisition. The ferengi rules of acquisition ebook written by ira steven behr. The ferengi are greedy, ruthless, cowardly and completely unscrupulous the ultimate rolemodel for anyone out to make a profit. Ironically both books were written by the same authors, each affiliated with st. Previously, only a few of the rules had been published. They are the laws by which all good ferengi should live their lives and make their profit.
The book, which is small enough to fit in your pocket, features all of the ferengi rules of acquisition mentioned in the series. The ferengi rules of acquisition gives several new rules that were never heard in the series. Ferengi rules of acquisition memory beta, noncanon star. The ferengi are greedy, avaricious, ruthless, cowa. Learn more about ferengi culture with these books from. In the book, the ferengi rules of acquisition isbn 0671529366, rule 103 does not appear at all.
Mar 07, 2020 the ferengi are greedy, avaricious, ruthless, cowardly and completely unscrupulous. Many of them can be translated to modern day earth and the business practices we follow. These rules are often heard quoted by ferengi and nonferengi alike as a guide to good trading. Now they share the rules of acquisition that have been their guiding force for centuriesgems such as once you have money, never give it back and never place friendship before profitin a collection compiled by the executive producer of star. The ferengi rules of acquisition ds9 reference book. I swear they apply in the real business world, almost to the letter. Baby on board ds9 malibu comics 219 possession is eleventenths of the law. The best deal is the one that brings the most profit. The ferengi rules of acquisition steven behr ira download bok. Ferengi rules of acquisition as completed by gelt a. The ferengi rules of acquisition are a collection of two hundred and eightyfive. The rules of acquisition are the backbone of the ferengi society. The issue here is a list of the rules of acquisition which are often quoted by ferengi characters in star trek.
Ferengi are not responsible for the stupidity of other races. Star trek online 280 if it aint broke, dont fix it. The rules of acquisition were a numbered series of aphorisms, guidelines, and principles that provided the. A contract is a contract is a contract but only between ferengi. Legends of the ferengi is a much more thought out and fun book than its previously released cousin the ferengi rules of acquisition. These rules are an invention of the writers of star trek, and are original to it. In theory, every ferengi business transaction strictly. The complete ferengi rules of acquisition project sanctuary. These are the officially recognized rules of acquisition. Deep space nine, in a book the ferengi rules of acquisition isbn 0671529366. For centuries the famous ferengi rules of acquisition have been the guiding principles of the galaxys. The following is from a book by ira steven behr isbn 0671529366, with slight modification for academic and pedagogical purposes.
Rules of acquisition is the seventh episode of the second season of the american science fiction television series star trek. The ferengi are a fictional race of people that base their entire culture around commerce and profit. This is laser cut ferengi rules of acquisition book include some 3d printing too. A paragraph explaining the rules, or some anecdotes would have made it far more interesting, but this is is really bare bones. Star trek ferengi rules of acquisition actual show footage mitch. Is there a list available of all of the rules of acquisition. In the fictional star trek universe, the rules of acquisition are a collection of sacred business proverbs of the ultracapitalist race known as the ferengi the first mention of the rules within the star trek universe was in the nagus, an episode of the tv series star trek. They were first written by gint, the first grand nagus. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. For centuries the famous ferengi rules of acquisition have been the guiding principles of the galaxys most.
The ferengi rules of acquisition 9780671529369 by behr, ira steven and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Written by quark as told to ira steven behr, the ferengi rules of acquisition represents roughly onequarter of the sum total of ferengi business wisdom. During my life, ive used this as somewhat of a replacement for what my mom always taught me. Ferengi are not responsible for the stupidity of other ferengi. You cant cheat an honest customer, but it never hurts to try.
Never allow family to stand in the way of opportunity. Deep space nine, where several of the regular characters are ferengi. Known rules of acquisition rules or portions of rules in italics are from the book legends of the ferengi by ds9 writers ira. Needless to say, other suggestions and discussion are welcome although the way i see the article now, a merge with ferengi still seems to be a good idea. The ferengi rules of acquisition are a collection of two hundred and eightyfive sayings that form the basis of ferengi philosophy. Rules of acquisition 103 sleep can interfere with opportunity. Due to recent social reforms, however, many young ferengi are exploring the world outside of commerce. The ferengi are greedy, avaricious, ruthless, cowardly and completely unscrupulous. The ferengi rules of acquisition complete en overmind.
Jul 01, 1995 the ferengi rules of acquisition was a fun book to read for those who followed the television show deep space nine which i am currently rewatching. Reading this book will give you all the business savvy you need to successfully start and run a business in the alpha quadrant, perhaps even here on earth. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the star trek. The ferengi rules of acquisition is a reference book which contains an assorted seventy rules of acquisition along with several black and white still photographs from star trek.
Which is your favourite ferengi rule of acquisition. The ferengi rules of acquisition ds9 reference book 218 sometimes what you get free cost entirely too much. The ferengi rules of acquisition by ira steven behr goodreads. Ferengi rules of acquisition memory beta, noncanon star trek. Nothing is more important than your healthexcept for your money. A screenshot of the first twenty seven appears below. This book is an example of ferengi ethics and an object lesson regarding the.
Never spend more for an acquisition than you have to. The complete ferengi rules of acquisition is a book which takes a cynical, but practical look at wealth and its acquisition. The ferengi have 285 rules of acquisition, a set of businessrelated proverbs that all educated ferengi know by heart. Ferengi rules of acquisition by ira steven behr, 9780671529369, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Ferengi are a species from startrek that was particularly highlighted in deep space 9. Found in this list are the 85 canon and official rules, plus a handful of other quotes that could have been rules. Unabridged and fully annotated, with all 47 commentaries, all 900 major and minor judgments, all 10,000. According to a dream quark had which may or may not have been accurate, calling them rules was a marketing ploy, as nobody would buy a book. What collection of star trek resources would be complete without a list of the rules of acquisition.
Theres nothing more dangerous than an honest businessman. Every rule of acquisition that was said throughout every star trek series. The ferengi rules of acquisition was a fun book to read for those who followed the television show deep space nine which i am currently rewatching. Rules of acquisition, the maquis, part i, body parts. In the mid22nd century there were 173 rules, and by the 24th century there were 285. Editions of the ferengi rules of acquisition by ira steven.
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