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Leases (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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May 31, 2021 USD ($) fairs
Leases [Abstract] |
Asset impairment expense | $ 2.6
Number of book fair closed | fairs | 13
Number of book fairs total | fairs | 54
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Asset impairment expense | $ 2.6
Operating Right Of Use Asset |
Leases [Abstract] |
Asset impairment expense | 9.6
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Asset impairment expense | $ 9.6

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