Legendary rebel James Dean has held the fascination of the public for more than 40 years--since his tragic death at 24. With the help of dozens of Dean's family, friends, lovers and costars, Spoto reveals the young man behind the image that was frozen in time at the height of his popularity. With roles in now-classic films such as Rebel Without a Cause, East of Eden and Giant, Dean has become part of America's mythic cultural heritage. photos.