Most British readers will have strong memories of Ruth Lawrence, the brilliant mathematician who rose to national fame when she went to Oxford University aged 12.
There were even some Grateful Dead references in the mix with the iconic Northern California band appearing via brilliant red-rose embroidery on the fanciest dresses, along with Swarovski crystals.
Daniel Petrocelli, Skilling's attorney, characterized him as a "brilliant visionary" who changed the energy world and rose to the top of the corporate ladder.