Madame Obernin is a novel written by Hector Malot and first published in 1870. The story is set in Paris and revolves around the life of a young woman named Madame Obernin. She is a widow who runs a boarding house and is known for her strict rules and harsh treatment of her tenants. The novel follows the lives of the tenants who live in Madame Obernin's boarding house, including a struggling artist, a young couple in love, and a retired army officer...