A controversial book about the last days of Nelson Mandela titled 'Mandela's last years' has been withdrawn by the publisher

A controversial new book about the last days and life of former President of South Africa, Nelson Mandela titled 'Mandela's last years' has been withdrawn by the publisher.

Late Mandela's family had complained that the book, written by his doctor, Vijay Ramlakan, contained personal details about the last days of the former South Africa's president and freedom fighter.

In a statement issued by the publisher 'Penguin Random House' it said it had pulled the book "out of respect" for the family, saying the author had told the publishers that Mr Mandela's family had asked for the book not to be published.

Read the withdrawal statement below...