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Acquisition Of Noncontrolling Interest	9 Months Ended
Acquisition Of Noncontrolling Interest	Jan. 28, 2012
Acquisition Of Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Acquisition Of Noncontrolling Interest	(18) Acquisition of Noncontrolling Interest Sterling Publishing had a 50% joint venture interest in Begin Smart LLC (Begin Smart), to develop, sell, and distribute books for infants, toddlers, and children under the brand name BEGIN SMART^®. During the 13 weeks ended October 30, 2010, the Company purchased the remaining 50% outside interest in Begin Smart for $300. 100% of Begin Smart results of operations for the period subsequent to the Begin Smart acquisition date are included in the consolidated financial statements.