"In the Cage" is a short story by Henry James that explores the life of a young woman working as a telegraph operator in a bustling city. The narrative delves into her feelings of confinement and isolation, as she navigates her mundane job while yearning for a more fulfilling life. The story highlights the contrast between her inner desires and the external world, symbolized by the cage of her workplace. Through her interactions with various characters, the protagonist reflects on themes of ambition, entrapment, and the search for identity in a rapidly changing society.