However, Northern Europe developed differently than the Mediterranean; they have many similarities in their religion, leadership and hospitality. These common influences are seen in the Odyssey, the Iliad, and Gilgamesh. These three epics have many common influences seen in Beowulf. The epic poem of the Odyssey begins immediately after the Trojan War in the Iliad. In this new poem Homer attempts to bring a new perspective on war. He tried to show how the Greeks faced injustice and danger while returning to their hometowns. Homer makes it clear that Greek life could not have been the same after the war. One of the fundamental elements of Greek life that Northern Europe had in common with the Mediterranean is hospitality. Hospitality is important in building a civil society in the poem. It is an important habit to be polite to guests. And more often than not, guests will be willing to repay them with a favor. However, there are often situations where welcoming guests is not a good idea. A perfect example is seen in the story of Circe and Cyclops...