The Gypsy Scholar on Scruton on Islam and the West

In Scruton-izing the West, Horace Jeffery Hodges at his fine site Gypsy Scholar summarizes Roger Scruton's take on the differences between us and them.  Scruton finds seven key differences, the seventh of which, surprisingly, is alcohol.  Jeff provides substantial excerpts and of course links to Scruton's article. Well worth your time.  Jeff will be happy to accept your comments.