"Models and Values" is a thoughtfully curated anthology designed to bridge the gap between rhetorical excellence and the exploration of fundamental human principles. Edited by Walter C. Phillips, William G. Crane, and Frank R. Byers, this collection presents a variety of prose selections that serve as both exemplars of literary style and catalysts for philosophical reflection.

The work is structured to provide readers with intellectual "Models" for writing and thinking, while simultaneously engaging with the "Values" that define a civil society. By gathering diverse essays and excerpts from significant thinkers, the book addresses themes such as education, ethics, social responsibility, and the nuances of the human character. Each piece is chosen for its capacity to demonstrate the power of well-crafted language in the service of deep, critical inquiry.