A Brenau University director of research has published his debut book. “For Goodness’ Sake: Principles of an Ecotheology” by Robert Cuttino of Gainesville explores how religion has affected mankind’s relationship with the environment. The work of nonfiction began 19 years ago as Cuttino’s senior thesis at Furman University in Greenville, S.C. Cuttino said the connection of religion to nature has always been an interest, and he plans to write two more books in on the same subject.