The Tragedy of Pudd'nhead Wilson

Tell the truth or trump—but get the trick.

实话实说或者虚张声势——但要掌握诀窍。

A home without a cat—and a well-fed, well-petted and properly revered cat—may be a perfect home, perhaps, but how can it prove title?

一个没有猫的家——一个喂养得当、宠爱有加、受人尊敬的猫——可能是一个完美的家，但如何证明它的所有权呢？