Whenever people have those “ultimate dinner party” conversations, there are a few names you can guarantee will be tossed into the ring. Elvis and Einstein are popular picks, so are Marilyn Monroe and Mother Teresa.

They are all suitable options and, presumably, quite interesting guests. (Though I suspect Mother Teresa might change the vibe slightly, what with all the anecdotes about suffering.)

I’ve always maintained that Oscar Wilde would top my invite list. A true raconteur, famous for his wit and flair, not to mention two of the greatest literary works of all time, The Importance of Being Earnest and The Picture........

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