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The Scene – Climb the old iron stairs and enter Sandmeyer's, a cozy family-owned and -operated bookworm's haven in historic Printer's Row, established in 1982 by Ulrich and Ellen Sandmeyer. The sound of the wooden floor creaking underfoot blends charmingly with the subtle blues and jazz on the sound system. There is no coffee, no snack bar and no hype. Sandmeyer's focus is definitely on the books, with an inventory ranging from hip to highbrow. – – The Books – This little urban shop gets global in its travel section. It's extensive, given the 2,400-square-foot…