Based on Mark Twain's highly acclaimed book Following the Equator, On the Trail of Mark Twain With Sir Peter Ustinov: Beautiful Death -- Vol. 2 is the second episode in a four-part PBS travel documentary series. The 60-minute program features actor and journalist Peter Ustinov traveling to Hawaii, Australia, and New Zealand. Highlights include discussions about racism and cultural pride with natives of the various regions. Other tapes in the series include: On the Trail of Mark Twain With Sir Peter Ustinov: Isles of Paradise -- Vol. 1, On the Trail of Mark Twain With Sir Peter Ustinov: A Riddle at Every Turn -- Vol. 3, and On the Trail of Mark Twain With Sir Peter Ustinov: Such a Wonderful Thing -- Vol. 4.