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Goodwill and Other Intangibles - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Aug. 31, 2017 | Aug. 31, 2016 | May 31, 2016
Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |
Amortizable intangible assets acquired | $ 0.1 | $ 0.2 | $ 7.0
Amortization expense | $ 0.5 | 0.6 | $ 2.5
Useful life | 4 years 6 months |  |
U.S. Based Book Fair Business |  |  |
Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |
Amortizable intangible assets acquired |  | $ 0.1 |

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